The Collection specialist is responsible for collecting the maximum amount of overdue funds from customers and resolve billing disputes to ensure prompt collection.
Identify delinquent accounts and communicate with the customer regarding expectations of payment. Place collections calls and/or correspondence to customers related to past due accounts receivable
Provide customers required documentation related to their account
Research discrepancies and provide solutions
Prioritizes portfolio so that collection efforts result in maximum benefits by using for key indicators that a customer account is in jeopardy of becoming delinquent
Discuss possible repayment plans and settlements with borrowers that will directly impact the company’s recovery results
Proactively inform sales members of problem orders and accounts
Contributes ideas for process improvement based on identified themes and an understanding of the big picture.
Other projects or duties as assigned.
Responsibilities:
Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting)
3+ years of Collections experience
Ability to researching and organize information
Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
Strong interpersonal and customer relation skills.
Ability to function independently with little or no supervision as well as function in a team environment.