Collections Specialist
<p>Robert Half is working with a client in the HVAC industry to find a skilled Collections Specialist to join their team. If you have strong interpersonal skills, a knack for resolving payment issues, and excel at managing accounts receivable, this role offers an opportunity to thrive in an essential industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Contact customers with overdue accounts via phone and email to ensure timely payments.</li><li>Evaluate customer accounts and develop strategies for resolving payment delays</li><li>Maintain accurate records of collections efforts, payment agreements, and correspondence.</li><li>Process adjustments and resolve billing discrepancies effectively with customers and internal teams.</li><li>Collaborate with the sales and accounting departments to develop strategies for minimizing delinquent accounts.</li><li>Generate and review aging reports, ensuring accurate tracking of all overdue balances.</li><li>Suggest improvements to the collections process to enhance overall efficiency.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding debt collection.</li><li>Provide exceptional customer service, maintaining positive relationships while enforcing payment terms.</li></ul>
<ul><li>High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field preferred.</li><li>2+ years of collections experience, preferably in a construction or HVAC industry setting.</li><li>Proficiency with accounting or collections software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or similar systems.</li><li>Strong knowledge of delinquency management and accounts receivable processes.</li><li>Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to resolve disputes efficiently.</li><li>High attention to detail, organizational abilities, and the ability to work under time pressure.</li><li>Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel (e.g., creating reports, formulas, and analysis).</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.</li></ul>
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- Chula Vista, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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27.50 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half is working with a client in the HVAC industry to find a skilled Collections Specialist to join their team. If you have strong interpersonal skills, a knack for resolving payment issues, and excel at managing accounts receivable, this role offers an opportunity to thrive in an essential industry.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Contact customers with overdue accounts via phone and email to ensure timely payments.</li><li>Evaluate customer accounts and develop strategies for resolving payment delays</li><li>Maintain accurate records of collections efforts, payment agreements, and correspondence.</li><li>Process adjustments and resolve billing discrepancies effectively with customers and internal teams.</li><li>Collaborate with the sales and accounting departments to develop strategies for minimizing delinquent accounts.</li><li>Generate and review aging reports, ensuring accurate tracking of all overdue balances.</li><li>Suggest improvements to the collections process to enhance overall efficiency.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding debt collection.</li><li>Provide exceptional customer service, maintaining positive relationships while enforcing payment terms.</li></ul>
- 2025-10-21T22:38:45Z