Collections Specialist

Title: Collections Specialist

Location: Reston, VA (hybrid flexibility once trained)

Assignment Type: Temporary

Compensation: $25-27/ hour

Work Schedule: M-F, 9-5

Benefits: This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, and 401(k)

Key Responsibilities:

• Contact customers regarding outstanding invoices and ensure timely collection of payments.
• Monitor AR aging reports and proactively follow up on past-due accounts.
• Work closely with project managers and billing teams to resolve disputes and billing discrepancies.
• Track and collect retention payments according to contract terms.
• Maintain detailed records of customer communications, payment commitments, and collection efforts.
• Prepare and send demand letters, lien notices, and other collection-related documents as needed.
• Assist in processing lien waivers and ensuring timely release based on payments received.
• Support monthly and quarterly AR reporting and cash flow forecasting.

Qualifications:

• 2–4 years of collections or AR experience, preferably in the construction or related industry.
• Familiarity with construction billing terms, contracts, lien rights, and retainage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software (e.g., Sage, Viewpoint, QuickBooks).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer service mindset.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.