Collections Specialist - Start Immediately!

CFS

Columbus, OH

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$24–$28 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Business-to-Business (B2B), Cash Applications, Cash Flow, Communication Skills, Credit and Collections, Customer Escalations, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Financial Operations, Follow Through, Health Maintenance, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Past Due Accounts, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Resolve Customer Issues, Sales, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Columbus, OH
POSTED
3 days ago

Collections Specialist


Location: Columbus, OH
Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite
Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per Hour


Position Overview


We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Collections Specialist to join our growing team in Columbus, Ohio. This onsite opportunity is ideal for a professional with business-to-business collections experience who enjoys problem-solving, building customer relationships, and helping organizations maintain healthy cash flow.


The Collections Specialist will manage a portfolio of commercial accounts, follow up on outstanding invoices, and work closely with customers and internal teams to resolve payment issues. The successful Collections Specialist will be organized, professional, and capable of balancing customer service with collection objectives.


Responsibilities




  • Manage and collect on a portfolio of B2B customer accounts.




  • Contact customers via phone and email regarding outstanding invoices and past-due balances.




  • Review aging reports and prioritize collection activities.




  • Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, payment disputes, and account concerns.




  • Negotiate payment arrangements and follow through to completion.




  • Maintain detailed records of collection efforts and customer communications.




  • Partner with Accounting, Customer Service, and Sales teams to resolve account issues.




  • Assist with cash application research and accounts receivable reconciliation.




  • Escalate delinquent accounts as necessary and recommend appropriate actions.




  • Support month-end reporting and collection performance tracking.




Qualifications




  • 2+ years of B2B collections, accounts receivable, or commercial collections experience.




  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.




  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems.




  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.




  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.




  • Experience handling customer payment disputes and account resolution.




What We're Looking For


The ideal Collections Specialist is confident communicating with customers, skilled at resolving payment issues, and committed to maintaining positive business relationships. A successful Collections Specialist will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple accounts and collection priorities.


If you are an experienced Collections Specialist looking for a stable onsite opportunity with competitive pay, we encourage you to apply. This Collections Specialist position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the organization's financial operations while working alongside a collaborative team.


Compensation: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Location: Columbus, OH (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time


Apply today to be considered for this Collections Specialist opportunity.

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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/