Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist

Department: Office of Grants and Contracts
Job Title: Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist
Temporary position limited to no more than 12 months.

The Office of Grants and Contracts (OGC) is responsible for the central administration of research awards and provides service to principal research investigators and administrators for the purpose of obtaining and administering extramural funds in compliance with university and sponsor guidelines. The Temporary Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist supports the Office of Grants and Contracts (OGC) by performing daily collections, research, and follow‑up activities related to outstanding invoices for grants and contracts.

This role ensures timely and accurate receipt of payments and contributes to the overall financial stewardship of sponsored project funds.

• Assist with preparing reports on aging, collection status, and payment trends for OGC leadership.
• Monthly dunning procedures to monitor and follow up on outstanding
• Perform proactive collection activities, including initiating follow‑up communications with sponsors, external partners, and internal stakeholders regarding past‑due invoices.
• Research and resolve issues related to unpaid or disputed invoices, identifying root causes and coordinating corrective actions when necessary.
• Document all collection efforts and maintain accurate, audit‑ready records in accordance with OGC policies and sponsor requirements.
• Work in coordination with AR Specialists to ensure high‑quality customer service and prompt issue resolution.
• Coordinate with grant managers, post‑award analysts, and departmental staff to gather supporting documentation needed to resolve outstanding items.

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week on campus and as needed for in‑person meetings.

We are seeking an energetic, positive, and forward‑thinking individual to join our team. We are a fast‑paced, deadline driven, and customer service focused office and are always looking for new ideas to manage our portfolio. The Office of Grants and Contracts has an exceptional track record when it comes to employee satisfaction. Our team is very diverse and often described as friendly, supportive, and resourceful.

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business administration, business, finance, accounting, or a directly related field. Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Accounts receivable and collections dunning experience.

• Experience using People Soft Finance and Grants Module in a higher education setting.
• Experience with grant accounting systems, accounts receivable processes, or post‑award administration.
• Experience using MS Excel.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Strong attention to detail with proven ability to research and resolve complex billing or payment issues.
• Excellent communication skills, including professional follow‑up with external sponsors and internal teams.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to think critically.
• Highly organized.

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• Curriculum vitae / Resume

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY .edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to:
Molly Spooner, molly.spooner

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by March 9, 2026
. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

The hiring range for this position has been established at: $23 to $28/hour. The above hiring range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of…