We are looking for a Collections Specialist to join our team in Norfolk, Virginia in a Contract to Permanent role. This position focuses on managing outstanding advertising-related receivables while delivering responsive support to customers with billing questions or account concerns. The ideal candidate brings strong organization, sound judgment, and a consistent approach to reducing past-due balances across a range of advertising services.
Responsibilities:
- Manage collection activities for advertising accounts by following up on past-due balances and encouraging timely payment.
- Investigate billing concerns, clarify account discrepancies, and work directly with customers to reach accurate resolutions.
- Support receivables for multiple advertising offerings, including print, digital, creative, and other related services.
- Maintain detailed account records, document collection efforts, and track progress on delinquent balances.
- Communicate professionally with clients to address payment issues while preserving strong business relationships.
- Review aging reports and prioritize outreach efforts to improve cash flow and reduce outstanding receivables.
- Collaborate with internal teams when account adjustments or billing corrections are needed to resolve customer concerns.