Collections Specialist

Executive Personnel Services, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Personnel Services, Inc. in Durham, North Carolina is seeking a candidate for accounts receivable management. Responsibilities include timely collection of accounts, customer negotiation, and reporting.

Ideal candidates will possess outstanding communication and analytical skills. A college degree or equivalent experience is required, and familiarity with JD Edwards is preferred.

Qualifications

• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills required.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the complete and timely collection of accounts receivable.
• Analyze aged trial balance of accounts receivable and prepare reports.
• Communicate with customers and negotiate repayment terms.

Skills

Communication and negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Team Player

Time management

Stress management

Credit and accounts receivable experience

Microsoft Windows and Office proficiency

JD Edwards knowledge

Education

College degree or equivalent experience

University degree

Accounting knowledge

Job description

Collection and accounts receivable management for AR trade customers

Ensure the complete and timely collection of accounts receivable

Analyze aged trial balance of accounts receivable

Communicate with customers and negotiate repayment terms

Respond to customer inquiries on a timely basis

Reconciliation of accounts receivable

Prepare special reports as required

Prepare and recommend credit files

Monthly reporting and journal entries

JD Edwards and other system support for the Credit Department

Credit department processes support and improvement

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills Required:

Outstanding communication and negotiation skills

Excellent analytical skills

Team Player

Ability manage time effectively and efficiently

Ability to handle multiple assignments and high stress situations with professionalism

Credit and accounts receivable experience preferred

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel and JD Edwards

College degree or equivalent experience is required and University degree is an asset

Accounting knowledge (university course or equivalent)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.