Collections Specialist

Elgen Staffing; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Elgen Staffing in Hayward, CA is seeking an experienced Collections Specialist to manage customer accounts and secure timely payments. You will resolve disputed receivables and maintain accurate aging reports.

The role requires an Associate’s degree (preferably in accounting) and at least three years in collections, with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. On-site work from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm in Hayward, CA.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, preferably in accounting.
• Minimum three (3) years of collections experience.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Performs collections account management obtaining timely payments.
• Performs account reconciliations to resolve complex disputed receivable issues.
• Assesses credit worthiness of customers; establish payment terms and credit limits.
• Research and reconcile customer claims of invoice payment and/or discrepancies.
• Prepares collections and aging reports and places delinquent accounts on hold.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree, preferably in accounting

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Our client, a nationwide manufacturer of commercial machinery, has an immediate need for an experienced Collections Specialist, to join our winning team in Hayward.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs collections account management obtaining timely payments.
• Performs account reconciliations to resolve complex disputed receivable issues.
• Assesses credit worthiness of customers; establish payment terms and credit limits.
• Research and reconcile customer claims of invoice payment and/or discrepancies.
• Prepares collections and aging reports and places delinquent accounts on hold.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree, preferably in accounting.
• Minimum three (3) years of collections experience.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Calculate figures and amounts like discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.
• Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence.
• Work onsite in the Hayward, CA office from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm