What are the responsibilities and job description for the Collections Assistant position at Construction Industry?
Material Distributors is seeking a talented Collections Assistant to join our team. The Collections Assistant will perform a variety of duties and work with a variety of internal departments and external customers to ensure accounts receivable balances are kept accurate and current.
This is an in-office position.
This position has the strong potential for advancement within the accounting department under this job criteria.
Job Responsibilities:
- Print AR reports for collection purposes
- Communicate with customers via email and phone to collect open balances
- Update notes in database for collection purposes
- Collect Certified Payroll and Enroll SubContractors for OCIP/CCIP Programs
- Complete payment waivers
- Coordinate with the Billing Administrator to obtain waivers from vendors
- Coordinate with the Sales Associates and Executive Assistant for all closeout documents
- Maintain and update job files as needed
- Work with internal departments to respond to and resolve customer billing questions
- Other projects as assigned
Qualifications and Skills:
- High School degree or equivalent required; Associates or bachelors degree preferred
- Strong computer literacy skills
- 1-3 years of general accounting, accounts receivable and collection experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft office products
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience in the construction industry is a plus
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High degree of ownership for projects, a sense of urgency and strong follow-through
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25