Senior Collections & Accounts Receivable Specialist

SET Environmental Inc; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

SET Environmental Inc. is seeking a Collection Specialist in Oak Brook Terrace, IL to manage accounts receivable activities, contact customers, and maintain accurate financial records.

The role involves reviewing accounts, sending statements, posting transactions, and resolving billing issues to ensure timely payments. Ideal candidates have strong communication skills, 5-7 years in AR/collections/payables, and proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, AA Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration preferred
• 5-7 years of Accounts Receivable, Collections, and/or Accounts Payable experience preferred
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices, and collection regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all department levels
• Proficient with ERP systems; Great Plains experience preferred
• Proficient with MS Office and Adobe Acrobat

Responsibilities

• Review customer accounts, call customers, and log all correspondence
• Send out statements and re-submit invoices via e-mail
• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivable data
• Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients
• Verify discrepancies and resolve client's billing issues or escalation for resolution
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Generate financial reports detailing accounts receivable status
• Review credit application and provide analysis to manager to determine customer credit
• Maintain a high level of responsiveness and professionalism
• Perform various administrative functions
• Maintain customer file with accurate Accounts Receivable contact information
• Enter payment journals for adjustments
• Provide training and mentoring to other staff members
• Maintain confidentiality
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as necessary

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

AA Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration

Tools

MS Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Great Plains ERP

Job description

SET Environmental Inc. is seeking a Collection Specialist in Oak Brook Terrace, IL to manage accounts receivable activities, contact customers, and maintain accurate financial records.

The role involves reviewing accounts, sending statements, posting transactions, and resolving billing issues to ensure timely payments. Ideal candidates have strong communication skills, 5-7 years in AR/collections/payables, and proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office.