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Robert Half
Collections 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.
$41,281 / year median in North Carolina
-24% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a Collections Specialist to join our team on a Contract basis. This contract assignment is expected to support the organization for approximately two months, with the potential for a brief extension based on business demand. The person in this role will help maintain healthy accounts receivable operations, assist customers across multiple channels, and provide steady coverage for day-to-day credit and collections activities in a manufacturing-focused environment.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee commercial collections activities to help reduce outstanding balances and maintain timely customer payments.
- Review customer accounts, evaluate aging details, and follow up through clear written communication to resolve past-due invoices.
- Set up new customer accounts and maintain accurate credit-related records within internal systems and customer portals.
- Administer portal-based customer requirements, including invoice access, account updates, and documentation needed to support collections efforts.
- Manage credit hold decisions by monitoring account status and coordinating with internal stakeholders to support order flow and risk control.
- Prepare month-end accounts receivable reports and provide visibility into collection progress, aging trends, and open account issues.
- Support customers using the company's commerce and e-commerce platforms by addressing account questions related to billing, payments, and parts orders.
- Work within JDE EnterpriseOne and related tools to track receivables activity, update account information, and support daily collections operations.