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Collections Specialist

Employer
Robert Half Accountemps
Location
Alexandria, VA
Closing date
Oct 5, 2022

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Description Robert Half is partnering up with a well-known firm in search of a Collections Specialist. This is a contract opportunity.Job Summary:The current position is responsible for B2B AR/Collections, including direct client contact, monitoring of outstanding amounts, reporting and timely documentation. The position also includes preparation of client status reports and daily follow-up / resolution of unallocated amounts.Job Responsibilities:+ Responsible for monitoring and reporting on client account receivable balances, aging, daily cash flow, and collections efforts and results.+ Ensure that client accounts receivable balances are remitted within established credit terms.+ Work directly with account representatives to collect past due accounts.+ Maintain logs/records of client communications.+ Identify disputed items and recommend account adjustments to clear such items from client accounts.+ Monitor escrow accounts and unallocated receipts for timely application to outstanding bills.+ Works independently under the management of the AR Team Manager.+ Continually improves efficiency in required tasks by identifying ways and means to reduce costs of operations while increasing service, timeliness and quality.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: + Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Windows applications.+ Experience and knowledge of accounting/billing software.+ Excellent customer service skills and respect for others are a must.+ Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.+ Ability to organize and prioritize work as well as manage and meet the expectations of internal and external clients.+ Ability to handle a fast-paced office, meet strict deadlines and work well under pressure.+ Ability to evaluate situations, prioritize requests and responsibilities, and adapt as needed. Requirements Education:+ Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting or finance preferred.Experience:+ At least three (3) years' experience in the billing/collections function.+ Experience and working knowledge of accounting/billing is preferred, but not required.Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/mobile) and get 1-tap apply, instant notifications for AI-matched jobs, and more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for US job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information. (C) 2022 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use) .

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