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Collections Specialist
We are looking for a dedicated Collections Specialist to join our team in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky. This position offers an opportunity for long-term growth and is ideal for someone who excels in managing commercial accounts and delivering exceptional customer service while effectively handling collections. The role requires someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and able to maintain positive relationships with clients while ensuring timely payments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and oversee collections for commercial accounts to ensure timely payments.<br>• Communicate professionally with clients to resolve payment issues and address concerns.<br>• Maintain accurate records of collections activities, including payment histories and account statuses.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address account discrepancies and improve payment processes.<br>• Proactively identify and resolve issues that may delay payments or impact client relationships.<br>• Utilize established collection processes to recover overdue accounts efficiently.<br>• Provide exceptional customer service while balancing the need for effective collections.<br>• Monitor and report on account statuses and collection progress to management.<br>• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations related to collections.
• Proven experience in commercial collections, including managing business accounts.<br>• Strong understanding of collection processes and strategies.<br>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients.<br>• Ability to negotiate and resolve payment disputes professionally.<br>• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills for maintaining accurate records.<br>• Proficiency in relevant software and tools used in collections.<br>• Capability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
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  • Lexington-fayette, KY
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 19.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dedicated Collections Specialist to join our team in Lexington-Fayette, Kentucky. This position offers an opportunity for long-term growth and is ideal for someone who excels in managing commercial accounts and delivering exceptional customer service while effectively handling collections. The role requires someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and able to maintain positive relationships with clients while ensuring timely payments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and oversee collections for commercial accounts to ensure timely payments.<br>• Communicate professionally with clients to resolve payment issues and address concerns.<br>• Maintain accurate records of collections activities, including payment histories and account statuses.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address account discrepancies and improve payment processes.<br>• Proactively identify and resolve issues that may delay payments or impact client relationships.<br>• Utilize established collection processes to recover overdue accounts efficiently.<br>• Provide exceptional customer service while balancing the need for effective collections.<br>• Monitor and report on account statuses and collection progress to management.<br>• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations related to collections.
  • 2025-10-24T16:58:51Z

Collections Specialist Job in Lexington-fayette | Robert Half