Collections Specialist

BRADY WORLDWIDE INC; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Dress-for-your-day

Wellness program & employee assistance

Job summary

Brady Corporation in Milwaukee seeks a collections specialist to manage the resolution of past-due balances. You will work with customers and internal teams to obtain payment quickly and keep accounts current, using SAP and Get Paid to research, and sending statements and aging reports.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in collections or AR, an accounting or finance degree, strong verbal and written communication, and solid Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Must have degree in accounting/finance or related field, or 1–2 years in collections/AR.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Excel at an introductory level.
• Familiarity with SAP or Get Paid is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage collection and deduction activity to collect on past due invoices.
• Collaborate with Customer Service, Sales Operations, and Cash Applications.
• Prioritize large-dollar collections to improve working capital.
• Prepare and send statements, aging reports, and invoices copies.
• Follow Brady's Credit & Collection policies and processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in accounting/finance

Tools

SAP

Get Paid

Excel

Job description

This position is responsible for managing the collection and resolution activity at Brady. This role includes communicating with customers through various methods to obtain payment on outstanding receivables as quickly as possible to keep customer accounts current. Works closely with Customer Service, Sales Operations, Channel, Cash Applications, and Collections.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Works closely with customers to determine barriers for non-payment on past due invoices and works to resolve those barriers.
• Prioritizes collections on large dollar amounts to drive working capital improvements.
• Works closely with customers and the internal Brady team to timely resolve customer deductions taken.
• Utilize Get Paid and SAP to assist in performing collection and deduction research.
• Effectively present complex information and respond to questions from internal and external customers.
• Sends statements, aging reports, and invoice copies to customers as required.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of Brady’s various pricing and rebate programs, return policy, sales orders, credit, debits, and cash application.
• Understand and follow all Credit & Collection related policies and processes.
• Supports team members through teamwork and meets individual and team goals.

What You Will Need To Be Successful:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or related business field or 1-2 years of experience in collections/AR, customer service, or accounts payable.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Initial level experience in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; attention to detail.
• Customer service and/or Credit & Collections experience preferred.
• SAP and/or Get Paid experience are a plus.

About Us:

Who we are:
Brady Corporation is a global industrial technology leader dedicated to making workplaces safer, more productive, and more connected. Backed by a 110+ year legacy of reliability and innovation, we have entered an exciting era of transformation and growth, powered by more than 10,000 team members serving customers across 40+ countries. Following our acquisition of Honeywell's Productivity Solutions and Services business in August 2026, Brady brings together trusted leadership in safety, materials science, and identification with advanced mobile computing, scanning, and automation. We help organizations make work safer, more productive, and more connected by transforming everyday critical information into actionable intelligence. Our end-to-end platform unites two powerful pillars:

• Identification Solutions: High-performance labels, safety signs, engineered materials, and rugged industrial printing systems.
• Intelligent Productivity Solutions: Industry-leading mobile computers, barcode/RFID scanners, specialized software, voice automation, and workflow services.

From aerospace, healthcare, and laboratories to manufacturing plants, retail, data centers, and global transportation and logistics hubs, we empower customers to identify, protect, track, and optimize the people, assets, and processes that keep the world running.

Why work at Brady:
A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.

Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.

Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.

• Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full-time employees
• Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
• A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
• Dress-for-your-day dress code
• Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program

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