Senior Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist

About Atrium:

Client Overview:

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

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$75k – $90k

Position Overview:

As an integral part of their finance department, the Senior 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 Senior Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist:

• Invoicing and Billing:
  • The Senior Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist will generate accurate and timely customer invoices based on sales orders and contract terms.
  • Verify invoice data for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company policies.
  • Collaborate with sales and operations teams to resolve any billing discrepancies.
• Accounts Receivable Management:
  • Monitor and maintain accounts receivable aging to ensure the timely collection of outstanding balances.
  • Contact customers via phone and email to facilitate prompt payment and resolve payment-related inquiries.
  • Process credit card and electronic fund transfers, and record payments accurately.
• Payment Application:
  • The Senior Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist will allocate and apply customer payments to appropriate accounts promptly.
  • Reconcile discrepancies between payments received and outstanding invoices.
• Collections and Dispute Resolution:
  • Implement effective collection strategies to reduce aged receivables and minimize bad debt exposure.
  • Work closely with customers to resolve payment disputes and negotiate repayment plans when necessary.
  • Escalate unresolved issues to management as needed.
• Reporting and Analysis:
  • The Senior Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist will prepare regular accounts receivable reports and updates for management review.
  • Analyze trends in payment behavior and recommend process improvements to enhance cash flow.
• Customer Relationship Management:
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, addressing inquiries and concerns in a professional and timely manner.
  • Collaborate with the Sales team to ensure alignment on customer accounts and payment expectations.

Required Experience/Skills for the Senior Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist:

• 5+ 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.
• PTO.
• 401(K) match.

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