Collections Specialist Jobs in Virginia

Job Title: Collection Specialist Company: Kforce Finance & Accounting Staffing Location: Herndon, VA Description: .mainbody .RightColumn .LeftColumn a .jlocation .jdetail .jtitle .jdescription .jFontstyle14 .jFontstats .jFontstyle13 .jFontstyle16 .jFontstyle17 .position .jFontstats Status: Full-Time, Temp Level: 2-5 Years Experience Job Location: Herndon, VA Job Ref Code: FAAQG956142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About Kforce Finance & Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . With over 45 years of experience, Kforce continues to set the standard in the finance & accounting staffing & solutions industry. With an unwavering commitment, Kforce strives to provide candidates with exceptional service in meeting their employment and career needs. Kforce provides consulting, contract-to-hire or direct hire positions with a wide range of organizations; from small, privately held companies to large, multinationals. Our finance & accounting specialty areas include: accounting, finance, compliance, audit, credit/collections/financial administration, title/escrow, mortgage, banking/credit union, administrative and insurance. Backed by approximately 1,900 staffing specialists, Kforce is committed to "Great People = Great Results" for our valued clients and candidates. Our Firm operates with 62 offices in 41 markets in North America and two in the Philippines. Kforce is an EEO/AA Employer . POSITION Collection Specialist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Job Description: The Collection Specialist contacts customers regarding past due invoices and invoices coming due in the near future. This role also notifies customers with delinquent accounts and attempts to secure payment by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Confers with customer by telephone or email in attempt to determine reason for overdue payment, reviewing terms of sales, service, or credit contract with customerUnderstands government contractsMaintains detailed records of contracts with customerProvides customer service essential to prompt payment invoicesAssists with audits and special projects as necessaryThe skills, experience, and knowledge required to be considered for this position include (items are required unless noted otherwise): Six months of collections experienceHigh school diploma or equivalentAbility to complete multiple tasks within critical deadlinesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent problem solving and decision-making skillsExcellent organizational skillsAbility to operate computer and related equipment and general office equipmentKnowledge and ability to use various software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, and OutlookStrong customer service skills; ability to interact in a positive manner with internal and external contactsApply for this job Great People = Great Results