Collections Specialist (1‑Year Contract) - Centralia, MO 65240

Pay:

$20/hr

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30

PM Hybrid:

Remote Monday & Friday; In‑office

Tuesday-Thursday Type:

Contract Assignment - 1 Year This role is ideal for candidates seeking a temporary position , a stable 1‑year contract , and a consistent hybrid schedule . Great opportunity to build experience, strengthen AR/collections skills, and gain exposure to a corporate environment. Requirements Background check Drug test Overtime Job Summary Support Accounts Receivable and Collections functions for a full 1‑year contract. Manage accounts, resolve issues, perform AR tasks, and communicate professionally with customers and internal teams. Perfect for candidates looking for a temporary role with steady hours and hybrid flexibility . Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of accounts and prioritize daily work Analyze account trends, issues, and root causes Conduct weekly customer outreach and document progress Resolve account issues and negotiate within authority Perform AR tasks: reconciliations, credit holds/releases, statements, dunning, bad‑debt recommendations Handle customer inquiries, disputes, short‑pays, chargebacks, credit memos, and payment issues Communicate professionally with internal teams and customers Work independently and collaboratively Qualifications 2+ years Accounts Receivable experience 1+ year credit/collections experience preferred Understanding of AR processes (invoicing, aging, cash application) Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, Business preferred (or equivalent experience) JD Edwards experience highly desirable Basic-intermediate Excel skills (formulas; pivot tables a plus) Physical Requirements Standard office/computer work Ability to work hybrid schedule

Pay:

$20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location:

In person