Credit And Collections Specialist
Location : North Houston - Greenspoint
Department : Finance / Accounts Receivable
Reports to : AR Manager
Employment Type : Full-Time
About The Role
We're looking for an experienced Credit And Collections Specialist to join our Finance team. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing collections activities for a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring timely payments while maintaining positive relationships. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and skilled at balancing assertiveness with excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage collections for current and past due balances across an assigned portfolio of accounts to achieve monthly departmental goals.
- Communicate with customers professionally via phone and email to collect payments and resolve outstanding balances.
- Maintain accurate and organized customer records, including updated contact information and account notes.
- Research and resolve payment discrepancies, perform account reconciliations, and address customer inquiries and disputes promptly.
- Evaluate creditworthiness of new customers to determine credit limits, set payment terms, and complete account setup in the ERP system.
- Support the AR Manager with periodic credit reviews of existing customers.
- Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships to support collection efforts and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Cross-train in cash application to provide backup coverage to the Cash Application Specialist.
Qualifications
5+ years of Credit And Collections experience required.Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (including pivot tables and VLOOKUP).Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Experience using Dun & Bradstreet and other credit reporting agencies.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Why Join Us
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.Supportive, team-oriented environment.Opportunities for professional growth and development.A company culture built on respect, accountability, and collaboration.If you're a motivated finance professional who enjoys both relationship-building and results-driven work, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your resume and cover letter to hopes@burnettspecialists.com.