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Collections Specialist

CFS
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2026
Bilingual Collections Specialist

Base Salary: $55,000–$60,000 Monthly Bonuses UNCAPPED Commission

Hybrid – Chicago, IL (In Office Tue–Thu, Remote Mon & Fri)

A growing financial services organization is seeking a motivated Bilingual Collections Specialist to support both third-party and in-house recovery efforts. The company delivers working-capital solutions to small businesses and is known for its collaborative, light-hearted culture where new ideas are welcomed and impact is immediate.

Role Overview

As a Bilingual Collections Specialist, you will split your time between managing relationships with third-party collection partners (60%) and supporting internal collections activities (40%). This role requires analytical thinking, strong communication skills, and the ability to drive positive results across a diverse portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Third-Party Partnerships (60%)

  • Serve as the main liaison with external collection agencies.
  • Conduct monthly performance and strategy meetings.
  • Provide regular reporting and account-health analysis to leadership.
  • Monitor progress and ensure timely movement on delinquent accounts.

In-House Collections (40%)

  • Support inbound/outbound calls, negotiations, and settlements.
  • Develop reconciliation plans and review daily NSF return-payment lists.
  • Perform skip tracing and assist with process improvements.

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of collections experience, including third-party exposure.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, Pacer, and SharePoint.
  • Excellent communication skills; able to articulate clearly and professionally.
  • Bilingual in Spanish required.
  • Notary is a plus (or willingness to become one).

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Expanding company with genuine room for advancement.
  • Competitive compensation with lucrative monthly bonus opportunities—senior team members have averaged $20,000 in annual bonuses.
  • Medical (BCBS), dental, vision (MetLife), unlimited PTO, and 401(k) with match after 60 days.
  • Hybrid schedule, small and collaborative team, and an upbeat, supportive environment.
  • Your ideas count—easy to influence change and improve processes.

If you are a driven Bilingual Collections Specialist who thrives in a growth-focused, team-oriented setting, this Bilingual Collections Specialist opportunity offers the perfect blend of challenge, flexibility, and earning potential.

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Salary : $55,000 - $60,000

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