Collections Specialist

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Posted Sep 16, 2026

Remote · US Full Time
$53K – $68K/yr

Overview

This role involves working as a Collections Specialist within the finance operations team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong attention to detail and customer service skills, able to balance independent work with collaboration in a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor customer account details for nonpayment, delayed payments, and other irregularities
  • Research and resolve payment discrepancies
  • Follow up on past due accounts and collect payments via email and phone
  • Develop and maintain relationships with customers to help expedite collections
  • Under the supervision of collections management:
    • Negotiate payment arrangements
    • Work with third-party collections
    • Recommend write-offs
  • Maintain, review, and analyze A/R aging reports with periodic status updates to the account management team
  • Support the AR team with ad hoc projects and other tasks as assigned by the collections lead or management
  • Answer phone calls and assist customers
  • Perform other duties as required, assigned, or requested

Requirements

  • 3+ years of collections experience with a high volume of accounts; this role will work with a minimum of 500 accounts
  • 1+ years of experience with Oracle Financials software
  • Intermediate Excel skills, including Lookups and Pivot Tables

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced Excel skills (e.g., macros, data modeling, or complex formulas like INDEX/MATCH) and experience with CRM tools like Salesforce
  • Demonstrated track record of reducing DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) and managing escalated customer disputes independently
  • SaaS experience

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $53,000-$68,000 annually
  • Total compensation package is negotiable and may include annual performance bonus, ESPP, enhanced time off packages, and benefits
  • This job does not have an expiration date and will remain open until a qualified candidate is hired
  • No agency submissions are being accepted for this role

Location

  • Fully remote within the U.S. (Los Angeles or Las Vegas preferred)
  • Travel requirements: No travel
  • Physical requirements: Must be able to sit for long periods and handle long periods of screen time
  • Technology requirements: Reliable, high-speed internet
  • Eligible for sponsorship: No

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