Collections Specialist

Personnel Resources, Inc.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Vacation policy

Mon-Fri schedule 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Job summary

Personnel Resources, Inc. is seeking a motivated Collections Specialist to join our fast-paced Collections Division. The role manages a portfolio of delinquent accounts, communicates with debtors and clients, and negotiates payment arrangements.

Responsibilities include contacting debtors, following up to move accounts toward resolution, handling calls and emails, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, negotiation, and Excel skills, with attention

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and self-motivated attitude.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable communicating respectfully and assertively with debtors.
• Basic reading and math skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Windows, and Outlook.
• Typing speed of at least 25 WPM.
• Previous collections, medical billing, A/R, or sales experience preferred.
• Familiarity with civil litigation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a large portfolio of accounts.
• Contact debtors to collect outstanding balances and negotiate payment arrangements.
• Follow up consistently to move accounts toward resolution.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and client inquiries.
• Maintain accurate account records and documentation.
• Multitask and prioritize competing responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Meet monthly collection and performance goals.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Communication skills

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Meet deadlines

Respectful communication

Reading & math basics

Excel

Typing speed 25 WPM

Collections experience

Civil litigation familiarity

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Windows

Outlook

Job description

We are seeking a motivated, organized, and goal-oriented Collections Specialist to join our fast-paced Collections Division. This position is responsible for managing a portfolio of delinquent accounts, communicating with debtors and clients, obtaining payments, and negotiating payment arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a large portfolio of accounts.
• Contact debtors to collect outstanding balances and negotiate payment arrangements.
• Follow up consistently to move accounts toward resolution.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and client inquiries.
• Maintain accurate account records and documentation.
• Multitask and prioritize competing responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Meet monthly collection and performance goals.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and self-motivated attitude.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable communicating respectfully and assertively with debtors.
• Basic reading and math skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Windows, and Outlook.
• Typing speed of at least 25 WPM.
• Previous collections, medical billing, A/R, or sales experience preferred.
• Familiarity with civil litigation is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• $16-$18/hour, pay based on experience
• Excellent benefits options
• Competitive vacation policy
• Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Personnel Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #DP1