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Collections Specialist
<p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p> We’re looking for a proactive and customer-focused <strong>Collections Specialist</strong> to join our team. This individual will be responsible for managing past-due accounts, maintaining positive client relationships, and ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to problem-solve while maintaining professionalism and empathy.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Contact customers regarding past-due accounts via phone, email, and written correspondence</li><li>Negotiate and set up payment arrangements while maintaining positive customer relationships</li><li>Research and resolve billing discrepancies or disputed charges</li><li>Maintain accurate records of all collection activity in the system</li><li>Collaborate with the accounting and sales teams to address payment issues</li><li>Monitor aging reports and identify high-risk accounts</li><li>Escalate unresolved accounts to management or third-party collection agencies as needed</li><li>Ensure compliance with all company policies and collection regulations (FDCPA and state laws)</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field preferred</li><li>2+ years of experience in collections, accounts receivable, or a related field</li><li>Strong communication and negotiation skills</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting or ERP software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP)</li><li>Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Columbia, MD
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 20.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p><p> We’re looking for a proactive and customer-focused <strong>Collections Specialist</strong> to join our team. This individual will be responsible for managing past-due accounts, maintaining positive client relationships, and ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to problem-solve while maintaining professionalism and empathy.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Contact customers regarding past-due accounts via phone, email, and written correspondence</li><li>Negotiate and set up payment arrangements while maintaining positive customer relationships</li><li>Research and resolve billing discrepancies or disputed charges</li><li>Maintain accurate records of all collection activity in the system</li><li>Collaborate with the accounting and sales teams to address payment issues</li><li>Monitor aging reports and identify high-risk accounts</li><li>Escalate unresolved accounts to management or third-party collection agencies as needed</li><li>Ensure compliance with all company policies and collection regulations (FDCPA and state laws)</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-13T19:09:03Z

Collections Specialist Job in Columbia | Robert Half