Talent.com
Senior Collections Specialist
Senior Collections SpecialistAFL Telecommunications • Duncan, SC, US
No longer accepting applications
Senior Collections Specialist

Senior Collections Specialist

AFL Telecommunications • Duncan, SC, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Senior Collections Specialist

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $1.5B in revenue, and employ approximately 7,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

What We Offer :

  • A hybrid in office schedule for qualifying employees
  • Flexible time off policy
  • 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
  • Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
  • Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
  • Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company!

Job Summary

The Senior Collections Specialist is the collections team lead and independently manages a complex accounts receivable customer portfolio. This position is primarily responsible for resolving complex billing and deduction issues, ensuring timely collections and improved DSO, while building strong customer relationships. This role requires regular interaction with external customers and internal departments including Customer Service, Sales, Finance, Tax and Treasury.

Responsibilities

The account management activities include, but are not limited to the following :

  • Assist Collection Specialists with the most complex issues as the first level of escalation.
  • Research and resolve complex billing issues and other billing discrepancies by collaborating with the customer, Customer Service, Sales, Inventory managers, Tax and others as needed. Negotiate within assigned scope of authority, or seek appropriate approvals as needed to resolve the discrepancy.
  • Analyze recurring issues to identify the root cause and work cross-functionally to review and revise internal processes to resolve.
  • Analyze assigned customer accounts to evaluate past due invoices and follow up with the customer to discuss the status and establish a plan for resolution.
  • Analyze deductions in a timely manner. Research and gather supporting documentation to support the authorization of credit memos to clear valid deductions or work with the customer to resolve invalid deductions.
  • Analyze each assigned customer's DSO to ensure compliance with company metrics and strategize with Customer Service and Sales on ways to improve the outliers. Using this data, have regular communications with the customers to ensure timely payments.
  • Make decisions regarding credit holds as needed to manage collections and ensure proper communication of those actions to Customer Service and Sales.
  • Maintain detailed notes on customer accounts regarding conversations and collection efforts.
  • Collaborate with the Credit Analyst to proactively perform credit reviews to manage credit line increases in a timely manner to avoid shipment delays.
  • Consolidate and finalize the weekly reports for management to highlight aged balances, planned resolution and contributing factors to the current DSO.
  • Reconcile complex customer accounts with the customer on a regular basis to ensure all invoices are accounted for and to identify any issues before amounts are past due.
  • Provide data on collections to Treasury to assist with cashflow forecasting.
  • Provide backup coverage for Collection Specialists.
  • Assist with onboarding and training of new credit team staff.
  • Assist with collection of data requested during internal / external audits.
  • Adhere to and promote the environmental, health and safety policies of AFL.
  • Personal Qualities

  • Advanced accounting knowledge and understanding of the end to end order to cash process to recommend and implement improvements.
  • Ability to lead staff to achievement of team goals.
  • Ability to work independently and use critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to make quick decisions for timely resolution of issues.
  • Ability to build strong internal and external customer relationships.
  • Excellent customer service and negotiation skills.
  • Organized and detail oriented to manage a large customer portfolio.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-driven to achieve stated objectives with limited supervision.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 5+ years of experience in B2B collections and accounts receivable
  • Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting
  • Oracle experience, preferred
  • Working Conditions

  • Office environment where you are required to sit for most of the day, occasional walking around the facility; vision ability to include close vision and ability to adjust focus
  • Create a job alert for this search

    Collection Specialist • Duncan, SC, US

    Related jobs
    Freelance Data Collector

    Freelance Data Collector

    Prime Insights • Spartanburg, SC, US
    Full-time
    Join thousands of members already earning with top-paying surveys and offers.Get started today and enjoy competitive rewards, fast payouts with no waiting periods, and the flexibility to participat...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Senior Fiduciary Officer

    Senior Fiduciary Officer

    First Citizens Bank • Hendersonville, NC, US
    Full-time
    This position collaborates with the relationship team to provide fiduciary services to high net worth clients bringing a high level of expertise with a focus on relationship expansion and retention...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Fully Remote Survey Participant

    Fully Remote Survey Participant

    Prime Insights • Shelby, NC, US
    Remote
    Full-time
    Join thousands of members already earning with top-paying surveys and offers.Get started today and enjoy competitive rewards, fast payouts with no waiting periods, and the flexibility to participat...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Electronic Payment Specialist

    Electronic Payment Specialist

    Security Finance • Spartanburg, SC, US
    Full-time
    Do you have a solid accounting background and a keen eye for detail? Are you comfortable navigating electronic payment systems and reconciling transactions? If so, we want to hear from you!.Elect...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Take Surveys Get Paid!

    Take Surveys Get Paid!

    Prime Insights • Gaffney, SC, US
    Full-time
    Join thousands of members already earning with top-paying surveys and offers.Get started today and enjoy competitive rewards, fast payouts with no waiting periods, and the flexibility to participat...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Clinical Services Manager Cancer Services

    Clinical Services Manager Cancer Services

    AdventHealth Hendersonville • Hendersonville, NC, US
    Full-time
    All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family : .Student Loan Repayment Program.Whole Person Wellbeing Resources. Mental Health Resources and Support.Joining AdventHealth is about being ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Receiving Specialist

    Receiving Specialist

    BLG Logistics, Inc • Woodruff, SC, US
    Full-time
    Please read below before applying; this position is located on-site at BMW (Woodruff Plant).BLG LOGISTICS is a third-party logistics service provider with a strong, centuries-old reputation for exc...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Remote Opinion Contributor

    Remote Opinion Contributor

    Prime Insights • Mauldin, SC, US
    Remote
    Full-time
    Join thousands of members already earning with top-paying surveys and offers.Get started today and enjoy competitive rewards, fast payouts with no waiting periods, and the flexibility to participat...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Online Survey Taker. Earn up to $25 per survey. - Remote

    Online Survey Taker. Earn up to $25 per survey. - Remote

    Earn Haus • Rutherfordton, North Carolina, US
    Remote
    Full-time +1
    We are urgently looking for people interested in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.If you are a self-starter, looking for flexible hours throughout the week, this may be for you! Earn up...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Senior Indirect Cost & Continuous Improvement Manager

    Senior Indirect Cost & Continuous Improvement Manager

    North Carolina Staffing • Forest City, NC, US
    Full-time
    Senior Indirect Cost & Continuous Improvement Manager.Danfoss Power Solutions is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Cost Reduction Specialist (Navigator) to lead projects in the Americas region wit...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Customer Service, Collections Coordinator

    Customer Service, Collections Coordinator

    Global Lending Services • Greenville, SC, US
    Full-time
    Customer Service, Collections Coordinator.GLS is actively seeking enthusiastic and driven individuals to become part of our expanding team as Collections Coordinator. As a Collections Coordinator, y...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Share Your Thoughts, Pocket Some Cash : Join Opinion Outpost's Survey Opportunities!

    Share Your Thoughts, Pocket Some Cash : Join Opinion Outpost's Survey Opportunities!

    Dynata • Simpsonville, SC, US
    Full-time
    Ready to turn your opinions into cash? Explore the world of remote paid online survey gigs with Opinion Outpost!.It's as simple as sharing your thoughts from the comfort of your own home and watchi...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Earn Cash From Taking Surveys Online

    Earn Cash From Taking Surveys Online

    Earn Haus • Shelby, NC, US
    Full-time +1
    Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion. You will help influence brand decisions on se...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Associate Dentist

    Associate Dentist

    Aspen Dental • Forest City, NC, US
    Full-time +1
    This opening is for an Associate Dentist.At Aspen Dental, we put You 1st, offering the financial security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class Dental Service Organization (D...Show more
    Last updated: 12 hours ago • Promoted • New!
    Electronic Payment Specialist

    Electronic Payment Specialist

    Robert Half • Spartanburg, SC, US
    Full-time
    We are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Spartanburg, South Carolina. This role involves managing electronic payment processes, reconciling fin...Show more
    Last updated: 15 days ago • Promoted
    Collection Specialist

    Collection Specialist

    RNR Tire Express • Spartanburg, SC, US
    Full-time
    An average Collections Specialist makes.In addition to great pay and our.Medical, dental, and vision insurance.Long- and short-term disability. Accident, critical illness, and cancer plans.So, now t...Show more
    Last updated: 12 days ago • Promoted
    Complete Online Surveys For Cash (Up to $25 / per)

    Complete Online Surveys For Cash (Up to $25 / per)

    Earn Haus • Hendersonville, NC, US
    Full-time +1
    Looking for people to participate in taking online surveys for Fortune 500 brands.All you need to do is complete online surveys by sharing your opinion. You will help influence brand decisions on se...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted
    Earn Extra Income by Taking Surveys Online

    Earn Extra Income by Taking Surveys Online

    Prime Insights • Gaffney, SC, US
    Full-time
    Join thousands of members already earning with top-paying surveys and offers.Get started today and enjoy competitive rewards, fast payouts with no waiting periods, and the flexibility to participat...Show more
    Last updated: 2 days ago • Promoted