Collections Specialist - Shared Services
Precisely
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Intro and job overview:
As a Collection Specialist you are responsible for assisting in preparation of outstanding accounts and aging reports, gathering credit and/or collection reference information, generating standard reports, performing data entry, clerical duties and mailing information to customers.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Manage collections, including making necessary calls as directed by management, and ensure adherence to the collections schedule.
- Maintain customer accounts and the associated database, proactively reconciling any outstanding accounts receivable (AR) issues.
- Communicate with customers professionally through phone, email, or mail, maintaining a polite demeanor at all times.
- Handle moderately complex assignments that require judgment in problem resolution and routine recommendations.
- Generate and distribute monthly statements to customers, and diligently follow up on past-due invoices.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience is required, with 5 years being preferred for the role.
- Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the education requirement.
- The ideal candidate would possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and have experience in a mid-market or larger Shared Services Function.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with an ability to think proactively and prioritize work.
- Ability to remain resilient in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with Netsuite accounting software is considered a plus.
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