Collection Specialist

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Handle routine credit inquiries and correspondence with customers & sales force Responsible for the collection of accounts deemed to be delinquent and identifying delinquent accounts for possible referral to outside collection agency or attorney for further collection effort Ensures proper tracking of mechanics liens and bond filing dates Daily review of On Hold Order Reports and status dashboards Release / Denial-Hold of daily customer orders Customer contact by phone and email for the purpose of collecting past due balances Verifying customer service issues causing delinquencies and referral to appropriate Customer Service Representative Daily posting of customer remittances to Accounts Receivable Immediate reporting of customer financial issues and problems to Sr. Credit Manager Other A/R, administrative tasks and special assignments as required by Sr. Controller and Sr. Credit Manager Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Associates Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field preferred but not required Good communication and interpersonal skills Effective time management and organization skills Demonstrated ability to work both individually and as part of a team Qualifications 3 years of experience in commercial collections and accounting preferred 1 or more years of Accounts Receivable experience desired Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $55,000 - $60,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No