Hankook Tire & Technology is a global leader in high-performance tire manufacturing, founded in 1941 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. As the world’s seventh-largest tire producer, Hankook operates advanced manufacturing facilities and offices in North America, including its U.S. headquarters in downtown Nashville, TN, and a state-of-the-art production plant in Clarksville, TN. The company delivers innovative tire solutions for passenger vehicles, trucks, motorsports, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) worldwide.

• Global Innovation: Pioneering innovative technologies and eco-friendly manufacturing practices. 
• Career Growth: Opportunities for internal mobility, leadership development, and continued learning.
• Employee-Focused Benefits: Competitive health coverage, 401(k) with match, paid time off, ten paid holidays per year and employee discounts on tires.
• Inclusive Culture: Committed to diversity, teamwork, and sustainability

Location: The Accounts Receivable/Credit Associate position is located at our North American Headquarters in the AT&T (Batman) Building in downtown Nashville, TN. Enjoy a collaborative work environment from Nashville's most iconic building featuring company-paid on-site parking, a cafe, gym, dry-cleaning services, and more. 

Work Style: In-person, Monday - Friday

Job Purpose

The Accounts Receivable / Credit Associate plays a key role in supporting Hankook Tire's Corporate Management team by managing customer accounts, applying payments, evaluating credit, resolving billing discrepancies, and partnering with internal teams to ensure timely collections and accurate financial records. This position combines core accounts receivable responsibilities with credit analysis functions, making it ideal for professionals who enjoy both transactional accounting and analytical problem-solving.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and collaborative, with strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with customers, sales teams, and cross-functional business partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage customer accounts by processing payments, monitoring account balances, and maintaining accurate accounts receivable records.
• Review, analyze, and process customer credit requests while supporting ongoing credit evaluations and account maintenance.
• Apply customer payments accurately through various payment methods, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and remote deposits.
• Prepare and reconcile daily or weekly deposits.
• Research payment discrepancies, unapplied cash, deductions, short payments, and billing issues, ensuring timely resolution.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and business customers to resolve account concerns and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Monitor aging reports and assist with collection activities to support timely payment and minimize past-due balances.
• Process account adjustments, credit memos, write-offs, and other account maintenance transactions as needed.
• Generate invoices and support billing activities for customers and vendors.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, reporting, audits, and special projects as assigned.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends and resolve account issues efficiently.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when working with financial data.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and professionally with customers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality while exercising sound judgment and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit, Collections, Accounting, or a related finance function required.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required, including the ability to work with formulas, pivot tables, and large data sets.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems preferred.
• Experience with remote deposits, cash applications, or commercial collections is a plus.
• Familiarity with commercial credit reporting tools such as Dun & Bradstreet (D&B), NACM resources, or similar credit analysis platforms is a plus.
• General understanding of accounting principles and financial processes within a corporate environment.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.