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Credit and Collections Specialist in New York, NY

Credit and Collections Specialist Job Description

Credit and collections specialists manage the credit approval process and ensure timely collection of outstanding accounts receivable. They work closely with customers, sales teams and finance departments to resolve billing issues, monitor account activity and maintain healthy cash flow. This role is essential for minimizing financial risk and supporting overall business operations.

Typical credit and collections specialist duties:

Review and evaluate credit applications and establish credit limits based on company policiesMonitor customer accounts to identify overdue balances and initiate collection effortsContact clients via phone, email or mail to follow up on outstanding invoicesInvestigate and resolve billing discrepancies or disputes in a timely mannerMaintain accurate records of communications, payments and account statusesPrepare aging reports and provide updates to management on collection activitiesCollaborate with internal departments to ensure accurate invoicing and account reconciliationRecommend accounts for escalation, legal action or write-off when necessary

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Salary for Credit and Collections Specialist in New York, NY
65520 - 93844
Low
65520
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
77805
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
93844
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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