Collections Specialist

The Collections Specialist is responsible for managing a portfolio of customer accounts to ensure timely collections of outstanding invoices. This role involves close collaboration with internal and external customers to resolve billing issues and maintain accurate records, contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.

• Proactively contact customers to collect overdue invoices and ensure timely payments while maintaining accurate records of collection activities.

• Monitor and review past-due accounts, identify discrepancies, and collaborate with internal teams and customers to resolve billing or invoicing issues.

• Analyze accounts for deductions, tax exemptions, and credit limit concerns; recommend appropriate adjustments or actions.

• Run regular aging and dunning reports to prioritize collection efforts and support monthly account management processes.

• Review and release customer orders held for credit review and provide recommendations on customer credit limits based on history and Dun & Bradstreet assessments.

• Manage invoice distribution and accuracy, including input into customer-specific EDI systems and sending statements and supporting documentation via mail or email.

Basic Requirements

• Associate Degree in Accounting
• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable
• In lieu of degree, 5+ years of experience in a collections capacity

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong customer service orientation
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organized with strong interpersonal skills and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Outlook and Excel.
• Knowledge of business systems (SAP is a plus).

The expected compensation range for this position is between $52,000 - 58,000 annually. 

Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

The welfare of our employees’ matters to us. Therefore, Syntegon offers a generous and attractive benefits package that meets our employees’ needs.

• Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription from day one)
• 401(k) with generous Company Match
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.