Collections Specialist

Embry-Riddle; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition coverage

Generous time off

Retirement plan contributions

Employee resources program

Job summary

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a Collections Specialist to manage delinquent student accounts, establish payment plans, and coordinate with external agencies. You will also support reconciliations, reporting, write-off activities, and compliance while contributing to process improvements.

This role offers opportunities to impact financial operations across campuses and online programs, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and customer service within a university setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years related work in student support.
• Knowledge of collections, student accounts, receivables, and reconciliation processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage delinquent student accounts and establish payment plans.
• Work with inactive students to resolve outstanding balances.
• Coordinate placement and resolution of accounts with external collection agencies.
• Support account reconciliations, reporting, and write-off activities.

Skills

Collections knowledge

Student accounts

Receivables & reconciliations

Policy interpretation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Spreadsheet systems

Job description

Job Description The Opportunity Join Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University as a Collections Specialist supporting the University’s student account collections process. In this role, you will manage delinquent student accounts, work with inactive students to resolve outstanding balances and establish payment plans, and coordinate the placement and resolution of accounts with external collection agencies. You will also support account reconciliations, reporting, write-off activities, compliance, and process improvement efforts. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to accurate and efficient student account operations while collaborating with internal departments and external partners to resolve complex collections matters and improve processes and controls. About us For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries. Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow. Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace. Generous Time Off: Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year. You'll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day. Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26. Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period. Personal Leave: Relax with 15 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year. Compensation The hourly rate for this role is up to $22.00. The final offer will be based on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience, as well as applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated range. Qualifications Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent level of education. 1–3 years of related work experience, preferably in student support. Knowledge of collections, student accounts, receivables, and reconciliation processes. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to exercise independent judgment, resolve issues, and appropriately escalate complex matters. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy. Proficiency with financial, student information, and spreadsheet systems. Preferred Qualifications Experience or familiarity with higher education student accounts, tuition and fees, and financial aid. Previous office or administrative experience, particularly in a customer service or financial setting. To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R312221. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include: Cover letter Resume Contact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process) Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday. Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry-Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website. Embry-Riddle is not seeking assistance from staffing or recruitment agencies. All agencies are directed to contact [e-mail] and should not reach out to hiring managers or staff. Exciting opportunities await at Embry-Riddle! As we continue to grow, we’re thrilled to welcome new talent to our team. We’re seeking highly qualified, passionate, and driven candidates to join us on this journey. ✨ Explore our current openings and apply for the roles that best fit your skills and aspirations. ✨ Track the progress of your application anytime by logging into your candidate account. ✨ Set up “Job Alerts” so you’ll be the first to know when new opportunities that match your interests are posted. If you need any assistance throughout the application process, our recruiting team is here to help—just reach out to us at [e-mail].. Thank you for considering a career with Embry-Riddle. We look forward to the possibility of having you on our team! At Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, we don't just prepare people for the future of aerospace, we help create it. As the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, Embry-Riddle is advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Our faculty, researchers and professional staff collaborate with industry leaders, government agencies and innovators to solve real-world challenges and shape the technologies transforming our world. We are accelerating research, expanding strategic partnerships and driving discoveries that will define the future of aerospace and STEM. Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. You will inspire future leaders, advance groundbreaking ideas and help shape what's next. Join us and be part of a community dedicated to innovation, impact and the future of aerospace. Virtual tours: Daytona Beach: Visit the Campus Prescott: Visit the Campus Prescott Campus Future Flythrough | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Embry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.