We are looking for a Collections Specialist to support a high-volume business-to-business accounts receivable environment in Bradenton, Florida. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who communicates professionally, handles customer conversations with diplomacy, and stays organized while managing a large portfolio of past-due accounts. The person in this role will work directly with commercial customers to secure payment, record transactions accurately, and help maintain timely account resolution.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage outreach for a large portfolio of commercial customer accounts, contacting businesses regarding overdue invoices and expected payment dates.<br>• Place frequent outbound calls and send follow-up communications to obtain updates, resolve payment issues, and encourage timely remittance under standard net 30 terms.<br>• Accept payment details from customers and ensure all received funds are entered accurately into the appropriate accounting records.<br>• Apply payments and update account activity within the general ledger or related financial systems to maintain accurate balances.<br>• Review aging information to prioritize collection efforts and escalate issues when payment delays require additional attention.<br>• Build productive relationships with customer contacts by handling collection conversations with professionalism, tact, and consistency.<br>• Coordinate with internal accounting or finance partners to clarify account discrepancies and support efficient resolution of outstanding balances.