Collections Specialist

LHH; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Collections Specialist to manage client accounts and ensure timely collection of overdue funds. This role emphasizes reducing days in Accounts Receivable through diligent monitoring and effective collection strategies. With a focus on maintaining positive client relationships, the ideal candidate will possess strong communication and negotiation skills, along with a solid understanding of accounting principles. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact revenue recovery and client satisfaction, all while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of collections experience, especially in business-to-business.
• Proficiency in fair credit practices and accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage client accounts and ensure timely collection of overdue funds.
• Document collection activity and prepare monthly write-offs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

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Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $25.00/hr

COLLECTIONS SPECIALIST

LHH Recruitment Solutions is looking for a collections specialist for a client in Cincinnati, OH. The Collections Specialist is responsible for proactively managing client accounts to identify outstanding receivables and ensuring the timely collection of overdue funds. With a focus on reducing days in Accounts Receivable, this role requires diligence in monitoring accounts, maintaining accurate records, and implementing effective collection strategies to maximize revenue recovery. This position is temp to hire and will pay between $21 and $25/hr. depending on experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contacts delinquent accounts that are ten or more days past due to request payment on account. Contact will include verbal discussions and drafting written correspondence.
• Arrange payment plans with clients; follows up to ensure payments are remitted in accordance with agreed commitment.
• Provides accurate and clear reconciliations of past due accounts to substantiate the client’s account balance, if necessary or requested by the client.
• Keeps accurate records and reporting on collection activity by documenting results in accounting software.
• Prepares monthly write-offs for finance charges and other debt that has been deemed uncollectable.
• Provides weekly updates to the Manager regarding the status of delinquent accounts.
• Arranges for the repossession of vehicles when deemed necessary by management.
• Respond to client and associate inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3+ years’ collections experience dealing with business-to-business collections.
• Proficiency in fair credit practices, accounting principles and collection regulations
• Able to effectively communicate repayment requirements and/or negotiate repayment plans in a firm and professional manner while maintaining a positive client relationship.
• Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated; able to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Strong proficiency using Microsoft Office including Excel and Word

If you are interested in learning more, please apply now.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

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Medical insurance

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