Corporate Collections Specialist
Beacon Hill · Rockville, MD · 2 wk ago
AccountingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Interact professionally with customers regarding past-due accounts through phone calls, emails, and written correspondence to secure timely payment.
- Monitor and manage an assigned portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring delinquent balances are addressed promptly.
- Research and resolve billing disputes, short payments, unapplied cash, account discrepancies, and customer inquiries.
- Perform account reconciliations and analyze aging reports to identify collection opportunities and payment trends.
- Generate and analyze collection reports, aging schedules, and other data to provide actionable information to management.
- Prioritize multiple collection efforts while maintaining accuracy and meeting established deadlines.
- Provide exceptional customer service while preserving positive relationships with customers.
- Assist with month-end Accounts Receivable activities and special projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
- 2+ years of collections experience, preferably in a professional services or financial services environment
- Experience with accounts receivable systems and software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
Skills
- Exceptional communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Customer service orientation
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Federal and state leave programs