Collections Specialist

Talentify; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Collections Specialist in Neenah, WI to support accounts receivable by contacting customers about past-due balances, documenting activities, and delivering professional service to internal and external stakeholders. This contract role is office-based, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, onsite in Neenah.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of customer service, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with Excel.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of customer service experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience handling customer inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
• Strong attention to detail in documenting activity.

Responsibilities

• Contact customers by phone and email regarding past-due accounts and balances.
• Document all collection activities and payment commitments in company systems.
• Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and correspondence.
• Communicate regularly with internal departments regarding account status and payments.
• Provide general administrative and accounting support to the team.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Collections Specialist plays a key role in supporting accounts receivable activities and maintaining healthy customer account balances. In this position, you contact customers about past-due accounts, document all collection activities, respond to account inquiries, and deliver professional, customer-focused service to both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Contact customers via phone and email regarding past-due accounts and outstanding balances.
• Encourage timely payment while supporting organizational goals related to accounts receivable and collections.
• Document all collection activities, account notes, and payment commitments accurately within company systems.
• Respond promptly and professionally to customer account inquiries and correspondence.
• Participate in a departmental call group, answering incoming calls and providing courteous, professional customer service.
• Communicate regularly with internal departments regarding customer account status, payment activity, and any issues requiring follow-up.
• Monitor account information and payment updates to ensure records remain current and accurate.
• Perform additional administrative and accounting support tasks as assigned to assist the broader team.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1-2 years of customer service experience. No collections experience required
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience handling customer account inquiries and resolving issues in a professional manner.
• Strong attention to detail when documenting account activity and payment commitments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to navigate multiple systems efficiently.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally by phone, email, and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced office environment.

Work Environment

This is an office-based position in a standard professional environment, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You will frequently use computers and business software throughout the workday and work in a collaborative team setting with regular interaction across multiple departments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Neenah, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Neenah,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Best of Staffing Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.