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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Collections Specialist to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and collecting outstanding accounts receivable from our clients. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work independently. The Collections Specialist will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of our organization by ensuring timely payments and resolving any discrepancies. The successful candidate will be proactive, organized, and capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously. They will also be expected to build and maintain positive relationships with clients while effectively managing the collection process. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and development within the finance department. If you have a passion for numbers and a knack for problem-solving, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Manage and collect outstanding accounts receivable.
- Contact clients via phone, email, and mail to follow up on overdue payments.
- Negotiate payment plans and terms with clients.
- Maintain accurate records of all collection activities.
- Resolve billing discrepancies and disputes.
- Prepare and send out invoices and account statements.
- Monitor accounts to identify overdue payments.
- Generate reports on collection activities and account status.
- Collaborate with the finance team to reconcile accounts.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
- Provide excellent customer service to clients.
- Assist in the development and implementation of collection strategies.
- Identify and escalate high-risk accounts to management.
- Work with external collection agencies when necessary.
- Stay updated on industry best practices and trends.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
- Proven experience as a Collections Specialist or similar role.
- Strong understanding of billing and collection processes.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Familiarity with accounting software and databases.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to handle difficult situations.
- Knowledge of relevant legal regulations and compliance requirements.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Customer service-oriented mindset.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with managing accounts receivable?
- How do you handle difficult clients or disputes over payments?
- What strategies do you use to ensure timely collections?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you successfully negotiated a payment plan?
- How do you stay organized and manage multiple accounts simultaneously?
- What accounting software are you familiar with?
- How do you ensure compliance with legal regulations in your collection activities?
- Can you describe a challenging collection case you handled and the outcome?
- How do you maintain positive relationships with clients while collecting overdue payments?
- What steps do you take to resolve billing discrepancies?