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Collections Specialist
We are looking for an experienced Collections Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will focus on managing business-to-business collections, ensuring accurate account reconciliations, and applying payments efficiently. This position offers an excellent opportunity to leverage your analytical skills and expertise in credit and collections processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage business-to-business collections by contacting clients regarding overdue accounts and negotiating payment arrangements.<br>• Analyze and reconcile past-due accounts to ensure accuracy and resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Process cash applications and allocate payments to appropriate accounts.<br>• Maintain detailed records of client communications and account statuses.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address billing issues and improve collection processes.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel to track collections, prepare reports, and analyze financial data.<br>• Provide exceptional customer service to address client inquiries and concerns.<br>• Support continuous improvement efforts in credit and collections workflows.<br>• Identify and escalate unresolved accounts to management for further action.<br>• Monitor and report on collection metrics to ensure targets are met.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in business-to-business collections.<br>• Proficiency in account reconciliation and cash application processes.<br>• Strong knowledge of collection procedures and billing systems.<br>• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting.<br>• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.<br>• Customer service skills to effectively address client needs and concerns.<br>• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external clients.<br>• Experience with Accumatica is a plus, but not required.
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  • Houston, TX
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 25.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Collections Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Houston, Texas. In this role, you will focus on managing business-to-business collections, ensuring accurate account reconciliations, and applying payments efficiently. This position offers an excellent opportunity to leverage your analytical skills and expertise in credit and collections processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage business-to-business collections by contacting clients regarding overdue accounts and negotiating payment arrangements.<br>• Analyze and reconcile past-due accounts to ensure accuracy and resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Process cash applications and allocate payments to appropriate accounts.<br>• Maintain detailed records of client communications and account statuses.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address billing issues and improve collection processes.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Excel to track collections, prepare reports, and analyze financial data.<br>• Provide exceptional customer service to address client inquiries and concerns.<br>• Support continuous improvement efforts in credit and collections workflows.<br>• Identify and escalate unresolved accounts to management for further action.<br>• Monitor and report on collection metrics to ensure targets are met.
  • 2025-09-11T21:34:28Z

Collections Specialist Job in Houston | Robert Half