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Collections Specialist
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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.
$43,788 / year median in Pennsylvania
-26% projected decline
Job Description
Collections Specialist | Accounts Receivable & Credit 📍 Cranberry Township, PA 💲 $50,000–$55,000 | Full-Time | Onsite About the Company Our client is a well-established and growing organization with a strong reputation for providing exceptional service to its customers. They offer a collaborative work environment where employees are valued, encouraged to grow professionally, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable company with a supportive leadership team and long-term career potential. Stable, well-respected organization with a strong local presence Collaborative accounting team that values communication and teamwork Supportive leadership committed to employee development Opportunity for long-term growth and advancement Collections Specialist Responsibilities Manage daily collections activities for assigned customer accounts to ensure timely payments and minimize past-due balances. The Collections Specialist will contact customers by phone and email to resolve outstanding invoices and secure payment commitments. Research and resolve billing discrepancies, unapplied cash, deductions, and account issues. Partner with the Accounts Receivable, Sales, and Customer Service teams to resolve customer disputes. The Collections Specialist will generate, review, and monitor aging reports, providing updates on delinquent accounts and collection efforts. Maintain accurate documentation of collection activities and customer communications. The Collections Specialist will assist with credit reviews, customer account maintenance, and other accounting-related projects as needed. Preferred Qualifications for Collections Specialist Role 2+ years of experience in collections, accounts receivable, or credit and collections. Strong customer service, negotiation, and communication skills. Experience working with ERP or accounting software such as SAP, Epicor, NetSuite, or QuickBooks. Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with PivotTables and VLOOKUP is a plus. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. EB-4521688148