Senior Collections Specialist

Senior Collections SpecialistClean Harbors is looking for a Senior Collections Specialist to be responsible to collect large account receivables, investigate credit issues, prepare and maintain reports and customer files, recommend accounts slated for collection agencies or to be placed on hold, and prepare accounts receivable adjustments.Why work for Clean Harbors?Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!Competitive wagesComprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employmentGroup 401K with company matching componentOpportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your careerGenerous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursementPositive and safe work environmentsResponsibilitiesResponsible for collection and management of a diverse account receivables portfolio, particularly large national customers, via telephone, email, website, etc., as necessary to successfully manage and collect.Investigate, or refer for investigation, credit issuesManage portfolio with particular attention to customer, industry, service line or economic trendingReview complex customer contracts and understand contracted terms and conditions, and make necessary referrals regarding receivables issues related to contracted terms and conditions as neededPrepare monthly reports as requested or requiredUtilize excellent customer services skills and telephone manner, including the ability to professionally address and resolve difficult customer interactions, as well as the ability to develop, foster and maintain customer relationships during the collection processThe ability to drive Sales and Operations staff on resolution of pending action itemsMaintain customer filesCritically review and make recommendations to manager of accounts to be submitted to the legal department; Recommendations must meet standards for management review.Review and reconcile customer accounts as neededCritically review customer credit worthiness and status of outstanding customer receivables and place accounts on credit hold as per self-determination. Recommendations must meet standards for management review.Prepare Accounts Receivable adjustments.QualificationsBachelors degree in Accounting/Finance/Related field5+ years of experience in a similar roleExcellent customer services skills and telephone mannersExcellent communication and organizational skillsAbility to perform multiple tasks simultaneouslyAbility to interface with all levels of managementUnderstanding of basic accounting principlesUnderstanding of basic customer procurement principlesBasic understanding of complex billing requirementsAbility to successfully manage and collect a portfolio of diverse national accountsAbility to utilize current internet technology as a research toolAbility to professionally address and resolve difficult customer interactions, as well as the ability to develop, foster and maintain customer relationships during the collection processAbility to work with Customer Procurement or IT departments in resolution of any refinements, enhancements or conflicts that may arise impacting collectionsMust be available to travel to customer accounts as requiredAbility to critically review and make recommendations to manager of accounts to be submitted to the legal department. Recommendations must withstand management review.Ability to critically review customer credit worthiness and status of outstanding customer receivables and place accounts on credit hold as per self-determination. Recommendations must withstand management review.Ability to review and reconcile customer accounts as neededDemonstrated experience in the management of, and knowledge of successful collection techniques utilized with, National Accounts; Commercial collections experience; Previous finance experience a mustWondering what to expect in starting your career with Clean Harbors? Click Here to view a Day in the Life Video!40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.Join our safety focused team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact View email address on apply.j-vers.com or View phone number on apply.j-vers.com.Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.#CH#LI-HB1*CH#LI-ONSITEJob InfoJob Identification 166101Job Category FinancePosting Date 09/29/2026, 08:49 PMLocations 900 Georgia Avenue, Deer Park, TX, 77536, USJob Schedule Full timePay Range 39000.00 - 111086.00 AnnuallyJob Function Credit & CollectionsRegular or Temporary Regular