Collection Specialist

Tidewater Fleet Supply | TNT Parts
Norfolk, VA
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Collection Specialist

The Collections Specialist is responsible for proactively managing and collecting overdue customer accounts, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate records of account statuses. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the financial health of the organization by minimizing bad debt and improving cash flow. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, a persistent yet professional demeanor, and a solid understanding of accounts receivable processes with great time-management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Actively pursue collection of overdue accounts through phone calls, emails, and written communication; and maintain detailed records of all collection efforts, customer interactions, and payment agreements.
  • Prepare and distribute customer statements and dunning notices.
  • Actively monitor aging reports and identify delinquent accounts for follow-up.
  • Research and resolve customer inquiries or disputes in a timely and professional manner, and collaborate with internal departments (Sales, Operations, Accounts Payables, Treasury, etc.)
  • Negotiate payment plans and settlements following company policies.
  • Set up new accounts and maintain existing accounts details to ensure accurate billing, including assisting with Sales Tax Exemption Certificate Administration
  • Establish and maintain relationships and billings with pre-negotiated city contracts.
  • Administration of Lockbox payments, credit card payments, and other payments, including reconciliation.
  • Assist with cross-training on responsibilities.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

  • Experience in B2C and B2B customer collections, receivables management, and payment application.
  • Computer skills required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Ability to work in an organized, efficient manner with a high level of accuracy, attention to detail and follow-through.

Education And Experience

  • Associate degree or a combination of relevant experience/training is preferred.
  • Prior experience in collections, credit review, and/or payment application is strongly preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge and experience with relevant collections process and procedures

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

  • Talking, hearing, and seeing with close visual acuity are frequently required.
  • Regular use of computer involving repetitive keystroke motion.
  • Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
  • Works in a normal office setting with little to no exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Posted 2026-01-26

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