Collections Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Why is This a Great Opportunity?

This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative accounting team where your efforts directly impact cash flow and overall business performance. As a Collections Specialist, you will take ownership of the collections process, working closely with customers to resolve outstanding balances and ensure timely payments. The position provides exposure to accounting operations, offers opportunities to cross-train in accounts receivable functions, and allows you to develop your skills within a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Job Description :

The Collections Specialist is responsible for managing and collecting outstanding accounts receivable balances while maintaining positive relationships with customers. This role involves working closely with internal teams to ensure accurate billing and payment application, as well as resolving any discrepancies or disputes efficiently.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage business-to-business (B2B) collections activities, ensuring timely follow-up on past-due accounts.
• Track outstanding and collected revenue in the accounting system and prepare reports as needed.
• Collaborate with internal accounting and operations teams to research and resolve billing or payment discrepancies.
• Apply payments to customer accounts and reconcile accounts receivable balances.
• Maintain accurate records of collection efforts, communications, and payment arrangements.
• Provide excellent customer service by communicating professionally and effectively via phone and email.
• Assist with other accounting functions as needed, such as invoicing or account reconciliations.
• Utilize ERP or accounting software to manage customer accounts and track collection activities.

Qualifications :

#ACCSP #ACCPRI

Company Description

Since 1985 – Accounting Recruitment Experts

Accounting Career Consultants has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985.

Locally owned with a national reach. We offer the flexibility of a local staffing company combined with the resources of a larger firm. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with both our candidates and clients. We take the time to learn what is important to our candidates and our clients to help ensure a good fit for all parties.

Awards & Recognition :

2019 Forbes America’s Best 250 Professional Search Firms List-Ranked #63

2016-2017 St. Louis Business Journal Fastest-Growing Private Companies

2017 St. Louis Business Journal Largest Temporary Staffing Firms

2015-2017 & 2019 Future 50 Award winner by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly (Celebrating The Area's Top Growing Businesses)

Company Description

Since 1985 – Accounting Recruitment Experts\r\nAccounting Career Consultants has been providing direct-hire, consulting, and temporary placement services since 1985.\r\nLocally owned with a national reach. We offer the flexibility of a local staffing company combined with the resources of a larger firm. We are committed to developing long-term relationships with both our candidates and clients. We take the time to learn what is important to our candidates and our clients to help ensure a good fit for all parties.\r\n\r\nAwards & Recognition : \r\n2019 Forbes America’s Best 250 Professional Search Firms List-Ranked #63\r\n2016-2017 St. Louis Business Journal Fastest-Growing Private Companies\r\n2017 St. Louis Business Journal Largest Temporary Staffing Firms\r\n2015-2017 & 2019 Future 50 Award winner by the St. Louis Small Business Monthly (Celebrating The Area's Top Growing Businesses)