Collections Specialist
<p>We are looking for a skilled Collections Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will manage and maintain accounts by ensuring timely collections from both commercial and consumer clients. This position requires a strong understanding of credit and billing practices to effectively handle collection processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage the collection of outstanding payments on commercial and consumer accounts.</p><p>• Communicate with clients to resolve billing discrepancies and negotiate payment terms.</p><p>• Maintain detailed records of collection activities and ensure compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address and resolve credit-related issues.</p><p>• Analyze account histories to identify patterns and minimize future delinquencies.</p><p>• Prepare reports on collection activities and account statuses for management review.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to all relevant laws and regulations in the collection process.</p><p>• Proactively follow up on overdue accounts to achieve collection targets.</p><p>• Recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency of the collections workflow</p>
• Proven experience in commercial and consumer collections.<br>• Strong knowledge of credit and billing collection processes.<br>• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.<br>• Ability to analyze account data and identify payment trends.<br>• Proficiency in using collection management software or related tools.<br>• Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations governing collections.<br>• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.<br>• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
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- Portsmouth, VA
- onsite
- Temporary
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14.65 - 18.50 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a skilled Collections Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will manage and maintain accounts by ensuring timely collections from both commercial and consumer clients. This position requires a strong understanding of credit and billing practices to effectively handle collection processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage the collection of outstanding payments on commercial and consumer accounts.</p><p>• Communicate with clients to resolve billing discrepancies and negotiate payment terms.</p><p>• Maintain detailed records of collection activities and ensure compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to address and resolve credit-related issues.</p><p>• Analyze account histories to identify patterns and minimize future delinquencies.</p><p>• Prepare reports on collection activities and account statuses for management review.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to all relevant laws and regulations in the collection process.</p><p>• Proactively follow up on overdue accounts to achieve collection targets.</p><p>• Recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency of the collections workflow</p>
- 2025-09-22T15:34:42Z