Do you have a strong sense of ownership and attention to detail? You might be right for our Collections Specialist position. Contact Robert Half today to build your career as a finance professional as a part of a growing team. Based in the New York, New York region, this long-term contract / temporary role is a great opportunity for a Collections Specialist.How you will make an impact- Abide by all rules and regulations established by the Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act- Oversee and update customer files to ensure data accuracy- Ensure bankruptcy filings are processed in the correct manner when received- Administer all billing and reporting activities in response to deadlines- Catalog all customer payments to the correct reports- Control inbound and outbound collections calls and correspondence- Act as mediator in maintaining quality customer service and a positive company image by resolving customer account inquiries- Identify delinquent customer accounts through various means, e.g. skip-tracing, written correspondence, phone contact, and making arrangements for payment- Guarantee payments are processed