Description
Position Vision: As a Collections Coordinator, you will be managing AR portfolio risk, managing accounts and related external and internal relationships and supporting internal business partners (sales, project management, customer service).
Duties :
- Assist in reducing the DSO down and limit bad debt expense while focusing on building revenue.
- Maintain customer relations while improving company DSO.
- Work on-account balances for portfolio assigned.
- Research and implement effective collection techniques.
- Follow-up with clients on overdue accounts.
- Performs other assigned tasks and duties necessary to support AR.
- Reconciles client accounts and cash applications as necessary
- Provides customer service regarding collection issues as it pertains to anything that a customer requests or needs to ensure payment of past due balances.
- Oversee day-to-day activities and support all Collections efforts by managing open receivables on assigned accounts through emails and phone calls with customers to ultimately drive DSO
- Establish relationships with key client Project Management personnel and serve as the dedicated point of contact with the client to facilitate cash and collection processes
- Manage the allocation of requests, bring resolution to complex client issues, and manage firstĀ level escalations, while maintaining high standards for accuracy, timeliness, and professionalism
- Work on moderately difficult account assignments requiring judgment or making recommendations
- Field general AR/PM questions for clients and assist in research and resolution of any payment issues
- Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with other departments (Project Management, Sales, Disputes, Legal, etc.) to help drive collections and help resolve issues relating to past-due accounts
- Perform Finance & Accounting ad-hoc projects as needed
Requirements
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Basic understanding of collection practices and laws.
- Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills.
- Ability to act with discretion, tact, and professionalism in all situations.
- Ability to maintain records and produce reports.
- Extreme attention to detail.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree highly preferred.
- 2-3 years of related experience required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.