Collections Specialist - Baton Rouge, La

Turner Industries Group is looking for a Collections Specialist to join our team in Baton Rouge, LA. The Collections Specialist will engage customers and operational managers to facilitate the efficient collection of accounts receivable. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Salary A/R and Collections Supervisor; Performs a variety of routine duties within established policies.

Functional Requirements:

• Responsible for collecting any outstanding receivable from their assigned client and all other aspects of collections.
• Resolving customer billing problems and reducing accounts receivable delinquency.
• Provides open invoice reports to clients and operations.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Qualification Standards:

• High school or equivalent
• Six (6) months of experience
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others at the workplace

Physical Involvement:

May be required to do the following: reaching in all directions; handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; standing / sitting; walking; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; typing / data entry; stepstool use

Mental Involvement:

May be required to do the following: follow set procedures and standards; follow oral/or written directions; knowledge of federal, state and company standards and regulations; ability to read and write; ability to recognize and report safety hazards etc.; interpret written plans and blueprints; applying basic mathematical skills; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects; picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawing or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; ability to communicate with others effectively; ability to work in a team and get along with others; ability to learn new tasks; remember processes, maintain focus, and complete tasks; ability to remain calm under pressure; manage time and expectations across multiple projects; ensure that work is done in a consistent manner and in compliance with directions

Work Environment Factors:

• Location: office environment
• Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: none
• Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: indoor climate

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

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