Collections Clerk

Waste Connections
United States, New York, Jamaica
Sep 17, 2024
Royal Waste is in search of a Collections Specialist based in Queens, NY. In this position you will be responsible for reaching out to our delinquent accounts via phone calls and emails, taking customer payments over the phone, setting up payment arrangements, and working to resolve problems that arise concerning service or billing. The salary range for this role is $25.00-$28.00 per hour based on experience. This is a full-time, Monday-Friday 8:00am -5:00pm position with competitive pay, excellent benefits and the potential for a quarterly collection bonus. JOB DUTIES: Making outbound calls and sending emails daily on delinquent accounts Managing automated calls and emails Working closely with various departments to reach monthly collection goals Handle difficult customers and escalated calls Work closely with Credit Supervisor in utilizing our 3rd party collection agency Maintain accurate notes in customer accounts Provide assistance with online payments Provide customers recap of accounts for billing disputes Reporting results to management and escalating problem accounts REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of 1 year of credit and collections experience highly preferred. Minimum of 1 year of experience making heavy outbound collections calls highly preferred. Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Excel and Word experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to speak a second language is a plus! Apply today and Connect with Your Future! Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.