Collections Specialist
Paraco · Rye Brook, NY · 2 wk ago
AccountingFull-time
Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
- Recommend process improvements for collections activities.
- Aid in the documentation and implementation of such improvements.
- Perform daily collection activities on customer accounts (calls, emails, and letters).
- Collaborate with Credit & Collections team on projects aimed at improving processes to better serve internal business units.
- Provide specific updates on past due accounts to sales and management.
- Initiate contact and interact with customers on past due residential and commercial accounts.
- Place outgoing collections calls professionally.
- Document correspondence and contacts with credit customers.
- Print aging weekly reports for assigned divisions as needed.
- Prepare, mail, and send follow-up correspondence for all past-due accounts, advising customers of potential for halted deliveries, lock-outs, and equipment disconnects.
- Refer and follow up on all customer inquiries that are not credit-related to the appropriate department.
Desired Skills and Experience
- One year of experience in Collections or a similar financial role is strongly preferred.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- A strong attention to detail with an emphasis on accuracy and strong analytical skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and hands-on computer proficiency in MS Excel, Outlook, Word, and the Internet.
- Knowledge of the A/R function, including the ability to apply good judgment and professional integrity in decision-making.
- Ability to effectively interact and communicate with customers in a professional manner.
- Proficiency in completing detailed credit and rebill paperwork with accuracy.
- Understanding of basic principles of accounting, including debit and credits.
- Good math aptitude and the ability to work accurately with numbers.
- Bilingual speaking proficiency in Spanish/English is a must.
- The ability to work Monday through Friday with occasional overtime as needed based upon business operations.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) plan with company match
- DOT medical reimbursements
- Paid time off
- Holidays
- Continuing education and training
- Uniforms & boots
- Propane discounts
- Annual reviews
- Bonuses
- Health and wellness initiatives
- and more