Collections Specialist
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$19 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Charlotte, North Carolina |
About this job
Job Description
Join Our Team!
Are you a confident communicator who enjoys helping people find solutions while achieving results?
We are seeking a Bilingual Collections Specialist (English/Spanish) to join our growing Finance team. In this role, you will work directly with clients to resolve outstanding balances, establish payment arrangements, and provide exceptional service throughout the collections process.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with collections, customer service, call center, or account management experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by performance-based incentives.
What You'll Do
✅ Contact clients by phone, email, and text regarding past-due balances
✅ Negotiate payment plans and secure payment commitments
✅ Follow up on delinquent accounts and broken payment promises
✅ Document all collection activities and client interactions accurately
✅ Investigate account issues and billing concerns
✅ Maintain professional, empathetic, and solution-oriented client interactions
✅ Meet collection goals, productivity standards, and quality expectations
✅ Collaborate with internal teams to resolve client concerns
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Fluent in English and Spanish (written and verbal)
- High School Diploma or GED
- At least 2 year of experience in collections, customer service, call center, or a related role
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage sensitive conversations professionally
- Basic computer and data entry skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous collections experience
- Experience working with CRM, collections, or accounting systems
- Familiarity with accounts receivable processes
- Experience meeting production goals and performance metrics
What Makes You Successful
- Excellent phone presence
- Strong negotiation skills
- Persistence and resilience
- Attention to detail
- Customer-focused mindset
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Goal-oriented approach to collections
Why Join Us?
We believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Monthly Performance Incentives
Apply Today
If you're bilingual, motivated by achieving goals, and passionate about helping clients while driving results, we'd love to hear from you.