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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.
$43,354 / year median in West Virginia
-26% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a Collections Specialist to support receivables and payment recovery efforts for a manufacturing organization in Victor, New York. This Long-term Contract position focuses on managing commercial and consumer collection activities, resolving past-due accounts, and helping maintain healthy cash flow through effective customer outreach. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of credit and collection practices, billing follow-up, and account resolution while maintaining a high level of customer service.
Responsibilities:
- Contact commercial and consumer customers regarding outstanding balances and guide them through payment resolution options.
- Review aging reports and account histories to prioritize collection efforts and follow up on delinquent invoices.
- Investigate billing questions, payment discrepancies, and account issues to support timely collections.
- Document collection activity, payment commitments, and account status updates accurately within internal records.
- Partner with billing, credit, and customer service teams to address disputes and remove barriers to payment.
- Monitor customer accounts for risk indicators and escalate unresolved or high-priority items when appropriate.
- Support ongoing collection processes by maintaining organized records and adhering to established procedures.