Collections Specialist
ABM Industries · Sugar Land, TX · Today
AccountingFull-time
Job Description The Collections Specialist is responsible for managing a portfolio of customer accounts to drive timely payment, reduce aging, and improve working capital performance. This role combines strong collections expertise with a proactive, solution-oriented approach focused on accelerating invoice-to-cash conversion. Benefit Information: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit Recruiting Flyer - Staff & Mgmt Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Portfolio Management & Collections Execution Manage an assigned portfolio of customer accounts across aging bucketsProactively contact clients to secure payment on past-due balances via phone and email (emphasis on phone calls)Maintain a disciplined call and outreach cadenceNegotiate payment commitments and structured payment plansDrive reduction in past due balancesClient Communication & Relationship ManagementServe as primary contact for payment-related inquiriesMaintain professional, solution-focused client conversationsSecure and document promise-to-pay commitmentsEscalate strategic or high-risk accounts when appropriate Cross-Functional Coordination Identify root causes of delinquency and pass off to proper resolution teamPartner with Billing, Operations, and Account Management to resolve disputes(Lead AR calls with the Operation teams Coordinate joint client outreach when neededEnsure timely resolution of payment barriers Documentation & System Integrity Maintain accurate and detailed account notesUpdate all activity within Oracle Advanced CollectionsEnsure data accuracy for reporting and analytics Performance & KPI Management Meet defined cash flow performance metricsParticipate in account review meetingsContribute to continuous improvement initiatives Core Competencies Strong collections and negotiation skillsProfessional client communicationProblem-solvingTime management and prioritizationAttention to detail and documentation accuracyCross-functional collaboration Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 2+ years of collections or accounts receivable experienceProven ability to reduce past-due balancesStrong communication and negotiation skillsExperience with ERP or collections systems Preferred Qualifications Enterprise or multi-region collections experienceKnowledge of Oracle Advanced Collections or similar systemsExperience with service-based or contract billing environmentsFamiliarity with AR metrics such as DSO and aging analysis Key Performance Indicators Past-due portfolio reductionPromise-to-pay attainmentOutreach productivityCash collected versus targets Position Impact The Collections Specialist plays a critical role in improving ABM’s working capital performance by accelerating cash conversion, reducing aging, and supporting enterprise financial objectives. 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