Collections Rep.

Wintrust Financial Corporation; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

FSA

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Transportation and Commuting Benefits

Banking Benefits

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Wintrust Financial Corporation is seeking a collections professional to monitor timely payments across a designated region and build strong client relationships. The role emphasizes accurate premium payment processing and proactive follow-up for overdues.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of collections experience and a solid understanding of accounting principles. A hybrid work arrangement is offered with opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years collections experience preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles or finance.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manages and monitors the timely payments of all accounts in a specified region
• Develops and maintains client relations through superior service
• Investigates and verifies return premiums as required to expedite the process
• Uses various means of communication to collect late payments
• Handles miscellaneous projects as required within the portfolio

Skills

Collections experience

Accounting principles

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

As one of the largest premium finance companies in the country, FIRST Insurance Funding provides full premium finance services, plus additional services built specifically for agencies. We pride ourselves on the variety of incentive programs, services, and technology we offer. This not only helps grow the agents, brokers, and companies we partner with, but also helps them better serve their clients. FIRST Insurance Funding is a subsidiary of Wintrust, a financial services company with more than $66 billion in assets.

Why join us?

We are rated a Top Workplace by the Chicago Tribune (past 9 years) and Employee Recommended award by the Globe & Mail (past 6 years) Competitive pay and discretionary or incentive bonus eligible Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, a 401k plan with a generous company match and tuition reimbursement to name a few Family-friendly work hours With 175+ community bank locations, we offer opportunities to grow and develop in your career Promote from within culture

Why join this team?

We have a culture that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit

We offer multiple opportunities for development and upward mobility

What You’ll Do

• Manages and monitors the timely payments of all accounts in a specified region
• Develops and maintains client relations through superior service
• Investigates and verifies return premiums as required to expedite the process
• Uses various means of communication to collect late payments
• Handles miscellaneous projects as required within the portfolio

Requirements

• 1-2 years collections experience preferred
• Knowledge of accounting principles or finance
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment
• Short-term and long term Disability Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Transportation and Commuting Benefits
• Banking Benefits
• Pet Insurance

Compensation

The estimated annual salary range for this role is $42,000- $55,000, along with eligibility to earn annual bonuses. Actual salaries may vary based on several factors, such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.

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From our first day in business, Wintrust has been proud to serve a variety of unique communities and people from all walks of life. To build a company that reflects the communities we serve, we believe that fostering a unique and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed will support our ongoing success.

Wintrust Financial Corporation, including community banking and financial services subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

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