Accounts Receivable Specialist

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Posted May 1, 2026

Remote · US Full Time

Overview

A growing organization is seeking a self-driven and competent Accounts Receivable/Collection Specialist. This role focuses on contacting clients to collect missed or outstanding payments and negotiating contract settlements.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor daily portfolio of accounts to identify outstanding receivables
  • Investigate historical debt and billing data and take action to encourage timely payments
  • Process payments, credits, and refunds
  • Research and respond to customer inquiries related to billing
  • Reconcile accounts for billing and cash application; resolve customer credit issues
  • Contact customers via phone and email regarding overdue balances and collect payments
  • Negotiate payment plans within approved guidelines
  • Update account status records and maintain accurate notes on customer records
  • Prepare and present reports on collection activities and progress
  • Contact customers with declined credit cards and respond to ACH chargebacks within bank timeframes
  • Answer incoming calls and respond to voicemails promptly
  • Manage internal requests and daily email inboxes (personal and group)
  • Assist customers with cancellation processes to settle contract balances
  • Review accounts that have filed for bankruptcy
  • Collaborate with third-party collections agencies and submit delinquent accounts
  • Escalate issues requiring additional review
  • Perform other projects and tasks as assigned

Requirements

  • 2 to 3 years of experience in Collections and Accounts Receivable
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
  • High integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness
  • Excellent client interfacing skills and ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Strong critical thinking skills
  • Self-motivated with a high capacity to learn and adapt

This position is not open to candidates located in Colorado, Connecticut, California, Maryland, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington.

Compensation & Benefits

Details regarding compensation and benefits will be provided during the interview process.

Location

This is a remote position; however, candidates must reside outside the restricted states listed above.

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