Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

TEGNA is hiring a Credit Specialist

About the Role

Role Overview

As a Credit Specialist, you will oversee credit evaluations for a designated group of stations, ensuring accurate and timely assessments of financial risk. You will analyze business credit data, establish credit limits, and support decision-making for credit terms. This position plays a key role in maintaining financial integrity while enabling smooth operations across markets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage credit profiles for assigned stations, including updates and new requests submitted through MDM
  • Monitor and respond to inquiries from a shared email queue
  • Process credit applications using DNBi and verify financial information
  • Review and release cash-in-advance orders upon payment confirmation
  • Analyze financial data to assess customer capability, risk level, and appropriate credit limits
  • Collaborate with internal teams to enhance the accuracy and reliability of credit risk data
  • Communicate with station staff and sales representatives to provide guidance on credit decisions
  • Recommend suitable credit terms based on risk analysis
  • Escalate complex or high-risk cases to management when necessary

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of experience in credit evaluation or data management within a fast-paced setting
  • Proven experience in business credit analysis and risk assessment
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and prioritize urgent accounts
  • Ability to work independently and manage daily tasks without direct supervision
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience coordinating remote meetings with sales and finance teams
  • Intermediate proficiency in Excel, including data export and formatting
  • High level of customer service orientation when working with internal and external stakeholders
  • Positive, collaborative approach to teamwork

Preferred Background

  • Associate degree in Business or related field preferred

Tools & Systems

  • Experience with MDM and DNBi platforms
  • Regular use of Excel for data handling and reporting
Required Skills
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