Business-To-Business Collections Specialist

Aston Carter is partnering with a reputable client in the Northwest Milwaukee area to hire a Collections Specialist for a 6-month contract. While the primary focus is on this temporary assignment, there is potential for the role to become permanent.

We are seeking candidates with 2+ years of strong B2B collections experience. Oracle experience is highly preferred but not required. This position is to cover for an upcoming retirement, and the client is eager to have someone start as soon as the week of December 8th.

This is a fast-moving opportunity, so if you’re interested in learning more, apply today!

Job Description

The Collections Specialist is responsible for managing and optimizing the collections process to ensure timely payment of outstanding accounts receivable. This role focuses on reducing delinquency, improving cash flow, and maintaining positive customer relationships. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in collections within a manufacturing environment and proficiency in Oracle ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Manage the collections process by overseeing collection activities for assigned accounts, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution of past-due invoices.

Communicate with customers via phone, email, and written correspondence to resolve payment issues and negotiate payment arrangements.

Review aging reports, identify high-risk accounts, and recommend escalation strategies.

Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Customer Service, Billing) to resolve invoice discrepancies and disputes promptly.

Prepare and analyze collection metrics, aging reports, and cash flow forecasts for management review.

Ensure adherence to company policies, credit terms, and applicable regulations.

Utilize Oracle ERP for account management, reporting, and documentation of collection activities.

Recommend and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding).

Provide guidance and support to junior collection staff as needed.

Essential Skills

2+ years of AR collections experience

Proficiency in Oracle ERP systems

Experience with AR Aging Reports

Strong skills in accounts payable and receivable

Ability to conduct reconciliation and three-way matching

Experience with Excel pivot tables

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Nice to have : Experience with large ERP systems, specifically Oracle

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Menomonee Falls, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00 / hr.

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 Menomonee Falls,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.

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 ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.