About the role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Collections Accountant to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for working hand-in-hand with our accounts receivables department collecting outstanding debts and maintaining positive customer relationships while ensuring optimal cash flow for the organization.
Assist accounts receivable department and follow up on overdue customer accounts through phone email and written communication
Negotiate payment plans and settlement arrangements with customers to recover outstanding debts
Monitor aging reports prioritize collection activities and escalate problematic accounts when necessary
Assess customer creditworthiness process credit applications and recommend appropriate credit limits
Reconcile customer accounts resolve payment discrepancies and address billing queries promptly
Prepare monthly collection reports aging analyses and cash flow forecasts for management
Build and maintain professional customer relationships while enforcing firm collection practices
Collaborate with Sales and other departments to balance customer service with credit risk management
Ensure compliance with company credit policies and relevant debt collection legislation
Identify opportunities to improve collection processes and reduce bad debt exposure
Requirements
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
2-4 years of proven experience in collections accounts receivable or credit control
Strong track record of meeting collection targets and reducing outstanding debt
Proficiency in accounting software (Sage SAP QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills
Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills
High level of persistence professionalism and ability to handle difficult conversations
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational abilities
Understanding of credit legislation and debt collection best practices
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
Benefits
Professional development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Required Skills:
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field 2-4 years of proven experience in collections accounts receivable or credit control Strong track record of meeting collection targets and reducing outstanding debt Proficiency in accounting software (Sage SAP QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills High level of persistence professionalism and ability to handle difficult conversations Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational abilities Understanding of credit legislation and debt collection best practices Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
About the roleWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Collections Accountant to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for working hand-in-hand with our accounts receivables department collecting outstanding debts and maintaining positive customer relationships wh...
About the role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Collections Accountant to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for working hand-in-hand with our accounts receivables department collecting outstanding debts and maintaining positive customer relationships while ensuring optimal cash flow for the organization.
Assist accounts receivable department and follow up on overdue customer accounts through phone email and written communication
Negotiate payment plans and settlement arrangements with customers to recover outstanding debts
Monitor aging reports prioritize collection activities and escalate problematic accounts when necessary
Assess customer creditworthiness process credit applications and recommend appropriate credit limits
Reconcile customer accounts resolve payment discrepancies and address billing queries promptly
Prepare monthly collection reports aging analyses and cash flow forecasts for management
Build and maintain professional customer relationships while enforcing firm collection practices
Collaborate with Sales and other departments to balance customer service with credit risk management
Ensure compliance with company credit policies and relevant debt collection legislation
Identify opportunities to improve collection processes and reduce bad debt exposure
Requirements
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field
2-4 years of proven experience in collections accounts receivable or credit control
Strong track record of meeting collection targets and reducing outstanding debt
Proficiency in accounting software (Sage SAP QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills
Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills
High level of persistence professionalism and ability to handle difficult conversations
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational abilities
Understanding of credit legislation and debt collection best practices
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
Benefits
Professional development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Required Skills:
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field 2-4 years of proven experience in collections accounts receivable or credit control Strong track record of meeting collection targets and reducing outstanding debt Proficiency in accounting software (Sage SAP QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills High level of persistence professionalism and ability to handle difficult conversations Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational abilities Understanding of credit legislation and debt collection best practices Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
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Posted on:
19 days ago
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