Collection Specialist (Customer Relations)

Genuine-Parts-Company; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine-Parts-Company is seeking a Customer Relations Specialist – Accounts Receivable in Duluth, Georgia. This role entails managing customer accounts with past-due balances, making collection calls, and collaborating with multiple departments to resolve disputes.

The ideal candidate will have over 2 years' experience in collections, strong communication skills, and proficiency in relevant software like PeopleSoft and Excel. A high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a collections or accounts receivable environment.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Make outbound collection calls to manage past-due customer accounts.
• Respond to inbound customer service inquiries regarding account statuses.
• Ensure adherence to company credit policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Customer service

Excel

PeopleSoft

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ServiceNow

10-key accounting systems

Job description

The Customer Relations Specialist – Accounts Receivable is responsible for managing a portfolio of customer accounts with past-due balances and supporting collection-related inquiries. This role initiates outbound collection efforts, responds to inbound customer communications, and collaborates cross-functionally to resolve billing disputes and payment issues.The position directly contributes to reducing aged receivables, improving cash flow, and maintaining positive customer relationships while adhering to company credit and collection policies. The Specialist is expected to meet established performance metrics related to call activity, account resolution, and aging targets.ResponsibilitiesAccount Management & CollectionsMake outbound collection calls to customers based on assigned account portfolio .Determine root causes of past-due balances and negotiate appropriate payment arrangements in accordance with established collection policies .Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all customer communications within the system of record.Monitor aging reports and prioritize accounts to achieve departmental collection targets.Identify uncollectible accounts and coordinate transfer to Legal for further action .Identify accounts that may qualify for year-end bad debt write-off consideration .Customer Service & Inquiry ResolutionRespond to inbound customer calls and emails regarding past-due accounts .Provide invoice copies, account statements, and payment details as requested .Support overall Solutions Center call volume while delivering professional and timely customer service .Initiate and respond to ServiceNow tickets for detailed or escalated customer requests .Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Credit, and Operations teams to resolve disputes and payment discrepancies.Escalate complex account issues to leadership or Legal as appropriate.Communicate account trends or recurring issues that may impact credit risk or customer satisfaction.Compliance & ControlsEnsure adherence to company credit policies and internal control procedures.Maintain audit-ready documentation of collection activity.Handle sensitive financial information with integrity and confidentiality.Performance ExpectationsMeet or exceed monthly collection activity and resolution targets.Maintain assigned portfolio aging metrics within defined thresholds.Demonstrate consistent follow-up and timely account resolution.Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.QualificationsRequired ExperienceMinimum of 2+ years of experience in a collections or accounts receivable environment .High School diploma or equivalent required .Technical SkillsStrong working knowledge of PeopleSoft .Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.Experience with ticketing or workflow systems (e.g., ServiceNow) .Ability to efficiently use 10-key and accounting systems.Core CompetenciesExcellent communication and relationship-building skills .Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills .Customer-service focused mindset with the ability to maintain professionalism in challenging customer situations.Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently in a high-volume environment .Strong organizational skills; results-driven and self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail.Physical Demands / Working EnvironmentPosition requires working on-site in the office four (4) days per week. The fifth workday may be performed remotely, subject to business needs and manager approval.Prolonged sitting (7–8 hours daily) with frequent computer and 10-key use.Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of light objects up to 25 pounds.Continuous close vision required for detailed financial data; adequate hearing for phone and virtual communication.Requires sustained concentration, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.