Collections Specialist

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 52,900 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Work-life programs

Dependent care

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in McLean, Virginia is looking for a Collections Lead. You will manage collections for major client accounts, ensuring the resolution of payment issues. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience in collections, a strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

This role offers various benefits including health, financial, and professional development opportunities. Salary ranges from $52,900 to $108,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in commercial collections or accounts receivable.
• Experience in finance is preferred.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day collections activity for large client accounts.
• Prepare monthly collection forecasts and track daily cash received.
• Ensure resolution of outstanding payment issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Opportunity

Play a lead role in the day-to-day collections activity for several large client accounts. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to ensure the resolution of outstanding payment issues. Prepare monthly collection forecasts and track daily cash received against targets. Manage and provide effective oversight of collection controls and processes. Identify, report, and manage risk around ethics compliance, cash collections, and cash applications. Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Job Number

R0239653

You Have

• 2+ years of experience in commercial collections or accounts receivable
• Experience in finance
• Experience with using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail and accuracy
• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have

• Experience with collections or accounts receivable within the Commercial services industry
• Ability to generate ideas readily, exhibit creativity and ingenuity, and solve problems quickly
• Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and develop process efficiencies, as needed
• Possession of excellent interpersonal skills, including project and time management
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor's degree

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full‑time and part‑time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $52,900.00 to $108,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in‑person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.