Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist

in Professional Services
  • On Site, New Jersey View on Map
  • Salary: $58,000.00 - $60,000.00
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Job Detail

  • Experience Level Mid Level
  • Degree Type Bachelor of Arts (BA)
  • Employment Temporary
  • Working Type On Site
  • Job Reference 0000010603
  • Salary Type Annually
  • Industry Professional Services;Environmental Services
  • Selling Points

    Join a high-growth, team-oriented AR department supporting commercial clients. This role offers immediate onboarding, paid overtime, and a pathway to permanent employment—plus future hybrid flexibility after initial onsite training.

Job Description

Title: Accounts Receivable / Collections Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct proactive outreach (calls and emails) to business clients regarding overdue invoices and payment terms
  • Manage account aging reports and prioritize outreach based on risk and balance
  • Address client billing inquiries and resolve discrepancies related to statements or charges
  • Apply credits, manage payment postings, and coordinate with internal teams for reconciliations
  • Review and approve/reject orders based on outstanding balances and credit status
  • Prepare forecasts and account updates for management review
  • Document client interactions thoroughly, maintaining compliance with internal protocols
  • Set up customers in the client portal and assist with payment processing (credit card/ACH)
  • Provide reporting on delinquency, cash collection status, and month-end support
  • Participate in departmental improvement initiatives and software/system rollouts as needed

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of relevant experience in Accounts Receivable or Commercial Collections
  • Strong understanding of account reconciliation and billing processes
  • Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience with AR platforms (Bill Trust and/or Microsoft D365 is a plus)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be able to interact with clients professionally
  • Ability to manage high email and call volumes with efficiency and accuracy
  • Strong organizational skills and comfort working in a fast-paced, task-driven environment
  • Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
  • Experience supporting post-acquisition client integration or multi-system environments is highly desirable

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