We are looking for a Collections Analyst to manage an assigned portfolio of customer accounts and ensure outstanding invoices are collected within agreed payment terms. The role involves proactive customer communication, account analysis, dispute resolution, payment negotiation, and collaboration with internal teams to improve cash flow and minimize overdue balances.
The ideal candidate has strong B2B collections or credit control experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to professionally manage customer concerns and payment disputes.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage an assigned portfolio of customer accounts and monitor outstanding balances.
- Proactively follow up on overdue invoices through email and telephone.
- Review account history, aging reports, payment patterns, and outstanding balances to determine appropriate collection actions.
- Negotiate payment commitments and appropriate solutions with customers.
- Investigate and resolve billing disputes, payment discrepancies, and account-related concerns.
- Handle customer questions and complaints professionally while maintaining positive business relationships.
- Maintain accurate records of customer communications, collection activities, payment commitments, and dispute resolutions.
- Monitor aging reports and prioritize collection activities based on account risk, aging, and business requirements.
- Collaborate with Billing, Cash Applications, Finance, Sales, and other internal teams to resolve account issues and facilitate timely payment.
- Investigate unallocated or unapplied cash and coordinate with relevant teams for resolution.
- Escalate complex collection issues, disputes, and accounts requiring additional intervention.
- Meet established collection targets, KPIs, SLAs, and quality standards.
- Analyze financial and account data to identify root causes of overdue balances and determine appropriate action plans.
- Contribute ideas and recommendations for improving collections processes and overall cash recovery.
- Maintain confidentiality and follow applicable finance, collections, and internal control policies.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in B2B Collections, Credit Control, Accounts Receivable, or related finance operations.
- Experience communicating with English-speaking clients/customers is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Excellent customer service and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and dispute-resolution skills.
- Ability to analyze financial data and identify the appropriate collection strategy.
- Ability to manage multiple accounts, priorities, and changing deadlines.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with ERP, collections, A/R, or CRM systems is preferred.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet collection targets and deadlines.
- Adaptable and willing to learn new processes and systems.
- Willingness to work on mid-shift and/or night shift.