<p>About the Role</p><p>Robert Half is seeking a professional and detail-oriented <strong>Collections Specialist</strong> for a contract opportunity with a nonprofit organization in Madison, Connecticut. This position is ideal for an individual with strong customer service, accounts receivable, and collections experience who enjoys working in a mission-driven environment.</p><p>The Collections Specialist will be responsible for managing outstanding balances, communicating with clients and funding sources, resolving billing discrepancies, and supporting the organization's revenue cycle and cash flow operations.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and identify outstanding balances</li><li>Contact clients, funding sources, and third-party payers regarding overdue accounts through phone, email, and written correspondence</li><li>Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, payment issues, and account disputes</li><li>Maintain detailed collection notes and account records within the billing system</li><li>Process account adjustments, payment arrangements, and account reconciliations as appropriate</li><li>Collaborate with accounting and program staff to resolve outstanding receivables</li><li>Track collection activities and prepare aging and collections reports for management</li><li>Research unapplied payments and resolve outstanding account issues</li><li>Assist with month-end accounts receivable reconciliations</li><li>Ensure collection efforts comply with organizational policies and applicable regulations</li><li>Support special projects and administrative functions as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>