Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist

JOB FUNCTION: Finance & Accounting
JOB TYPE: Direct Hire
LOCATION: Paramus, NJ
COMPENSATION: $70k - $75k
REMOTE / ONSITE: Hybrid
POSTED: Apr 22, 2026

About Atrium:

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Client Overview: 

Our client is a company in Bergen County that has an immediate opening for an Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist. They boast a great corporate culture with tons of growth opportunities as well as tremendous benefits. This will be a hybrid position.

Salary/Hourly Rate: 

$70k – $75k

Position Overview: 

As an integral part of their finance department, the Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely management of collections and accounts receivable processes. Your contributions will directly impact their company’s financial health and customer relationships.

Responsibilities of the Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist:

  • Manage the full accounts receivable cycle, including invoicing, payment application, and account maintenance.
  • Perform regular account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • The Accounts Receivable  Collections Specialist will monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on outstanding balances.
  • Lead collections efforts through consistent communication with customers via phone and email.
  • Investigate and resolve billing issues, short payments, and disputes.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account records.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, customer service, and accounting teams to resolve issues.
  • Prepare AR reports and provide insights on trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Assist with month-end close activities related to receivables.

Required Experience/Skills for the Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist:

  • 3+ years of collections and Accounts Receivable experience.
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, vlookups).
  • Independent and polished collections professional.

Education Requirements:

  • Associate’s degree is preferred.

Benefits: 

  • Medical, dental, and vision.
  • Very strong bonus structure.
  • PTO.
  • 401(K) match.

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EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

BH Job Order ID: 393566