Collections Specialist

Description We are looking for a dedicated Collections Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This role involves managing commercial and consumer collections, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining positive relationships with clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in credit and billing collection processes.

Responsibilities:

• Handle commercial and consumer collections with a focus on reducing outstanding balances.
• Review and monitor accounts to identify overdue payments and ensure timely follow-up.
• Communicate professionally with clients to resolve payment discrepancies and negotiate payment plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of collection activities.
• Collaborate with the billing department to address invoice issues and ensure proper documentation.
• Analyze credit data and payment history to assess account risks.
• Implement effective collection strategies to meet departmental goals.
• Provide regular reports on collection progress and account statuses.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations during all collection activities.
• Assist in improving collection processes to enhance efficiency. Requirements
• Proven experience in commercial and consumer collections.
• Strong understanding of credit and billing collection processes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in maintaining detailed and accurate records.
• Ability to analyze credit data and assess financial risk.
• Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations governing collections.
• Skilled in using collection and billing systems.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.

If you are interested in being considered for this Collections role and you have the appropriate background, please apply online via the Robert Half website or via the Robert Half app. After applying to this accounting/finance role, please CALL immediately at 412-471-5946 to confirm your application has been received! Ask for Carrie, Dan or Aimee and please reference Job # 03730-0012639154when calling! Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .