AR Collections Specialist for KPI & Growth

Vertex; Rockville (RI); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vertex, a global consulting firm, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage collections and maintain trusted client relationships. You will balance timely payments with negotiation skills and report key AR KPIs to senior leadership.

Responsibilities include monitoring DSO, preparing AR reports, and coordinating with project managers. The role requires strong communication, data analysis, and familiarity with accounting software.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or 5 years of related work experience and no degree.
• Familiar with FDCPA and other debt collection laws.
• Ability to research, retrieve, prepare, and analyze data from accounting software.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal oversight.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Monitor accounts receivable and identify past due accounts for collection and analysis.
• Prepare and submit AR reports including DSO and KPI tracking.
• Contact customers to collect or negotiate payment plans.
• Maintain records of contacts and activity in the accounting system.
• Coordinate with Vertex Project Managers and staff to support collections.
• Monitor progress of DSO against targets and industry standards.
• Travel as necessary to support clients and leadership needs.
• Support quality control of service delivery and maintain reputation for accuracy.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Relationship management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Tools

MS Office 365

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Vertex, a global consulting firm, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage collections and maintain trusted client relationships. You will balance timely payments with negotiation skills and report key AR KPIs to senior leadership.

Responsibilities include monitoring DSO, preparing AR reports, and coordinating with project managers. The role requires strong communication, data analysis, and familiarity with accounting software.