RESPONSIBILITIES::
- Account Management:
- Monitor and manage overdue accounts by reviewing aging reports
- Contacting clients via phone, email, or mail to follow up on outstanding balances.
- Communication:
- Communicate effectively with clients to address payment issues
- Negotiate payment terms
- Resolve disputes in a professional manner.
- Documentation:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all collection activities, including payment arrangements, correspondence, and resolutions.
- Reporting:
- Prepare and submit regular reports on collection activities, outstanding balances, and recovery rates to the Collections Manager and other stakeholders.
- Collaboration:
- Work closely with the accounting team to reconcile discrepancies and ensure that all payments are applied correctly to client accounts.
- Customer Service:
- Provide excellent customer service by addressing client inquiries and concerns promptly, and maintaining a positive and professional demeanor at all times.
- Compliance:
- Adhere to company policies, legal regulations, and industry best practices related to collections and credit management.
- Problem-Solving:
- Analyze and resolve complex payment issues, propose solutions, and escalate cases as necessary to higher management or legal counsel.’
- Participate in daily department updates and weekly Monday morning meetings and report back on metrics regarding collections and Days outstanding.
- Suggest better ways of working and bring greater efficiencies to your department
- Other tasks as assigned
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in collections, accounts receivable, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of collection procedures and techniques.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite).
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Resilient and adaptable, with a positive attitude and a problem-solving mindset.
POSITION SCHEDULE DETAILS
- Full-time remote position
- Monday - Friday (40 hours/week)