AR/Collections Specialist

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM-4:00 PM or 7:30 AM-4:30 PM Salary: $80,000-$85,000 (up to $90,000 for highly qualified candidates) About the Opportunity Our client, a well-established and growing leader in the construction services industry, is seeking an experienced AR/Collections Specialist to manage a high-volume commercial accounts receivable portfolio. This is a great opportunity for a collections professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys partnering cross-functionally, and takes ownership of their work. This position serves as the primary finance representative in the New Jersey office while working closely with a larger Accounts Receivable team based in New York. Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of approximately 300 commercial customer accounts with roughly $20 million in outstanding receivables. Perform full-cycle B2B collections through a combination of phone calls and email. Maintain an average of 30 customer contacts per day to drive timely collections. Review and analyze AR aging reports , DSO, and other collection metrics to prioritize workload. Prepare reports and perform account analysis using Microsoft Excel. Research and reconcile customer account discrepancies. Partner closely with Sales and Operations to resolve invoice disputes and payment issues. Negotiate payment commitments while maintaining strong customer relationships. Participate in weekly sales meetings to review outstanding accounts and collection strategies. Document collection activity and maintain accurate account records. Qualifications 5+ years of B2B collections experience required. Experience managing a portfolio of 300+ commercial accounts . Proven ability to handle 30+ customer contacts daily through phone and email. Strong knowledge of accounts receivable, collections, reconciliations, and aging reports. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, PivotTables, and reporting functions . Experience reviewing DSO and other AR performance metrics. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Ideal Candidate Organized and highly self-motivated. Assertive yet professional when working with customers and internal stakeholders. Comfortable partnering with Sales to resolve complex payment disputes. Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive. Approachable, collaborative, and committed to being a strong team player. Medical insurance with multiple plan options 401(k) with 4% company match Paid Time Off Opportunity to join a stable, growing organization with long-term career potential Interview Process Virtual interview with Finance Leadership Final onsite interview If you're an experienced B2B collections professional looking for a highly visible role where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to speak with you. #J-18808-Ljbffr