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Credit Collection Specialist
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What they do
A Collections Specialist works for a company or credit agency to collect bill or account payments owed by customers. Reviews the amount of an overdue account, contacts customers to request payment, and negotiates payment plans as needed.
$40,302 / year median in Louisiana
-24% projected decline
Job Description
Credit-Collection Specialist The Collections Specialist oversees the credit approval process and recovers outstanding payments from customers. This role is responsible for resolving overdue accounts and collecting payments to maintain healthy cash flow by evaluating credit risk, constant communication with customers, and resolving billing discrepancies. The ideal candidate is professional, trustworthy, detail-oriented, and committed to providing excellent customer service regarding account status, payments, and billing concerns. Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily collection of invoice payments via phone, email, and online portals
- Provide exceptional customer service related to invoices, account balances, and billing inquiries
- Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies in a timely and professional manner
- Audit invoices to ensure compliance with customer billing requirements
- Support customers on payment portal and process credit card payments securely and accurately
- Process and review customer credit applications
- Maintain accurate records of collection activities, payment arrangements, and account updates
- Collaborate[MS1] with internal departments to resolve customer account issues
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on past due accounts to reduce delinquency Requirements
- Bi-Lingual - Spanish/English preferred
- Previous collection or accounts receivable experience preferred
- Knowledgeable in MS Word/Excel software with basic computer skills
- Strong phone etiquette and professional email communication skills
- Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Reliable, organized, and positive attitude
- Completion of High School Benefits
- Group medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Additional ancillary benefits available for purchase (STD, LTD, Accident, CI)
- Company paid life insurance of $15,000 (option to purchase more)
- 401k plan with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Tuition partial reimbursement program Why this role actually matters This isn't a back-office, behind-the-scenes job.