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Construction AR & Collections Specialist

Constrafor · New York, NY · 2 mo ago
Management$70k–$80k/yrFull-time

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary: $70,000-80,000 base DOE.
  • Equity ownership within Constrafor.
  • Hybrid office schedule.
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance coverage offered for you and your dependents.
  • Generous PTO Plan.
  • A collaborative and innovative work culture that values your input.
  • Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing tech company.

About the role

The Construction AR & Collections Specialist is responsible for improving collection rates by employing comprehensive account management efforts, skip tracing, and all duties subsequent to client funding (e.g. client payment plans, contract extensions, due date changes) hardship requests, as well as monitoring ongoing portfolio delinquency levels. This role reports directly to the Director of Servicing.

Responsibilities

  • Work with clients to satisfy any deficient balances.
  • Apply incoming payments to customer accounts with high precision to ensure real-time ledger accuracy.
  • Review, monitor, and engage with a high volume of customers per day.
  • Review delinquent accounts daily, and maintains losses at or below established guidelines for assigned job duties.
  • Accurately document all account activities and pertinent information to include but not limited to project performance and expected payment timelines.
  • Meet individual and departmental objectives set by department leadership.
  • Efficiently assess and recommend action to clients concerning all project and/or invoice repayment issues.
  • Make recommendations to management for invoices and clients needing additional attention.
  • Strives to continuously improve the quality and productivity of work.
  • Be an important part of a lean but growing team with touch points across the organization.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of collections or accounts receivable experience.
  • An aptitude in de-escalating difficult situations and problem solving.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and exhibit grace under pressure.
  • Strong ability to negotiate repayment plans for varying levels of delinquency.
  • Prior knowledge of Uniform Commercial Code guidelines is a plus.
  • College degree desired. High school diploma or GED required.
  • Firm understanding of finance and construction industry best practices.
  • Intermediate Excel skills and general computer literacy.
  • Aptitude for working independently while maintaining a team first mentality.
  • Desire to improve a client’s financial situation with the ability to make tough decisions.
  • Experience in the construction or real estate industries is preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

  • Passionate about creating long lasting client relationships.
  • Skills and experience to deliver outstanding results.

Skills

  • Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of Uniform Commercial Code guidelines (a plus).
  • Intermediate Excel skills and general computer literacy.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental & vision insurance coverage offered for you and your dependents.
  • Generous PTO Plan.

Schedule

Hybrid office schedule.

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