Collections Specialist

Description We are looking for a Collections Specialist to support receivables management efforts for a long-term contract opportunity based in New Hampshire. This role focuses on maintaining healthy account balances through detail-oriented outreach, timely follow-up, and accurate documentation across both commercial and consumer accounts. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, clear communication, and a practical understanding of credit and billing collection practices.

Responsibilities:

- Contact commercial and consumer customers regarding past-due balances and work toward timely resolution of outstanding accounts.

- Review account activity, payment status, and billing details to identify collection priorities and recommend next steps.

- Maintain complete and accurate records of customer interactions, payment commitments, disputes, and follow-up actions.

- Coordinate with internal teams to research account issues, clarify invoice questions, and support resolution of billing-related concerns.

- Monitor aging reports and escalate high-risk or severely delinquent accounts when appropriate.

- Negotiate payment arrangements within established guidelines while preserving positive customer relationships.

- Apply collection procedures consistently to support compliance with company standards and credit practices. Requirements - Experience handling collections for commercial accounts, consumer accounts, or both.

- Working knowledge of credit and collections principles, including account aging and payment follow-up.

- Ability to communicate professionally by phone and in writing when addressing overdue balances.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to document account activity accurately and thoroughly.

- Comfortable reviewing billing information and resolving collection issues tied to invoices or payment discrepancies.

- Proficiency with standard business systems and spreadsheets used to track collection activity.

- Ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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