collection specialist

VANGARDE GROUP, L.L.C. remote, Ohio, United States Full-Time Accounting/Finance

About this position

 

Job Summary:

The Collector will identify delinquent accounts, locate and notify customers of delinquent status, initiate appropriate action to recover balances, and maintain all related records.  

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Mediate the resolution of delinquent accounts Via Phone, Email and SMS text messages.
  • Works account steps to ensure all efforts are exhausted prior to closing to the client.
  • Initiates collection actions by notifying account holders and cosigners of delinquent status.
  • Creates payment plans to resolve a customer’s account.  
  • Identifies accounts requiring additional personal contact for Skip efforts.
  • Tracks bad payments of settlements. 
  • Reviews Correspondence, Media, and Skip tools for ways to resolve accounts.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Basic understanding of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and state and federal laws pertaining to collection activities.
  • Excellent organizational skills with great attention to detail.
  • Ability to keep account information confidential.
  • Ability to exercise integrity and discretion.
  • Ability to remain professional in tense situations. 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 

 

Education and Experience:

  • Must have previous experience in commercial collections .

 

Physical Requirements: 

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

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