Credit Specialist / Clerk
Authorize credit charges against customers' accounts. Investigate history and credit standing of individuals or business establishments applying for credit. May interview applicants to obtain personal and financial data, determine credit worthiness, process applications, and notify customers of acceptance or rejection of credit.
At a Glance
Credit Specialist / Clerk earns an average of $44,461/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2.2–2.5 years. Top skills: Customer Service, Communication, Sales.
$44,461/yr
High school or GED
2.2–2.5 years
10
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks
Median Wage
$49,130/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-6.2%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (12)
Credit Policies
Auditing
Collections
Call Center Experience
Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Customer Support
Vlookups
Electronic Remittance Advice
Credit Processes
Repossession
Standard Operating Procedure
Common Skills (18)
Customer Service
Communication
Sales
Management
Professionalism
Arithmetic
Detail Oriented
Research
Computer Literacy
Proactivity
Prioritization
Basic Internet Skills
Relationship Building
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