Collections Specialist

PremiStar

Deerfield, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable, Billing, Credit and Collections, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Risk, Sales, Time Management, Track Customer Issues
LOCATION
Deerfield, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Review assigned AR aging reports and follow up on past‑due balances per established procedures.
  • Contact customers by phone, email, and mail to request payment and resolve routine invoice inquiries.
  • Coordinate with Sales, Service, and Billing to support resolution of billing issues.
  • Track payment commitments and follow-up on missed or partial payments in accordance with department guidelines.
  • Accurately document collection activity and account updates in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and related systems.
  • Maintain customer account records, including contact information and correspondence history.
  • Escalate complex disputes, non‑responsive accounts, or higher‑risk situations as required.
  • Assist with routine collections reporting and provide status updates upon request.

MINIMUM AND/OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

  • 2+ years of collections, accounts receivable, or customer service experience
  • Experience in a service-oriented environment preferred

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • None required

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Technical Skills:

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems preferred

Soft Skills:

  • Clear and professional verbal and written communication
  • Ability to handle routine collection conversations calmly and respectfully
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to follow procedures and meet deadlines

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