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The Vertex Companies LLC · 1 day ago

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Braintree, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The Vertex Companies, LLC is a global professional services firm that provides integrated forensic consulting and expert witness services. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be responsible for managing client communications regarding outstanding payments while maintaining trustful relationships and ensuring timely collections.

ConstructionConsultingEnergyInformation TechnologyManagement Consulting

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Monitor VERTEX accounts receivable accounts and identify past due accounts for analysis/collections from accounting software

Prepare and submit various AR reports of activity and status of unpaid accounts, by verticals/divisions, including days sales outstanding (DSO) and other KPI’s

Contact customers, both verbal and in writing, that are overdue and attempt to either collect or negotiate a payment plan to collect in installments

Use credit bureau data, internet searches/analysis, and other tools to locate delinquent customers

Maintain records of contacts and attempted contacts and activity within accounting system with delinquent account customers

Interact and gain the trust of VERTEX Project Managers and other VERTEX employees in collection efforts

Identify and help resolve customer issues and complaints concerning billing

Monitor progress of DSO against VERTEX targets and industry standards

Be aware of and work in a manner that supports the organization’s vision and defined business objectives

Conduct self and collaborate with others in working toward achievement of defined profit objectives of assigned projects

Cooperate in construction of strong cross-functional teams (cooperate with any suggested project assignments outside of original assigned practice area) to achieve success in shared goals, understanding that multiple perspectives and talents build stronger teams and results

Complete daily tasks consistent

Qualification

Debt collection knowledgeAccounting software proficiencyNegotiating skillsMS Office 365Analytical skillsLeadership skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detailSelf-motivated

Required

Bachelor's degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, or business, a minimum of a HS Diploma

5-8+ years professional experience in an office/professional environment

Strong negotiating skills while maintaining composure and patience

Familiar with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and other laws governing debt collection practices

Ability to research, retrieve, prepare, and analyze data from accounting software

Excellent leadership and organizational skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail

Self-motivated and able to work effectively and accurately with minimal oversight

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Working knowledge of standard software packages (MS Office 365), including Adobe Acrobat

Benefits

Healthcare and dental plan options

Company-paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability coverage

401(k) plan with immediate matching and full vesting

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Generous paid time off program

Tuition reimbursement

Company

The Vertex Companies LLC

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a global professional services firm that offers integrated forensic consulting, expert witness services, construction project advisory, and compliance and regulatory consulting to a myriad of markets and industries.

Founded in 1995

Weymouth, Massachusetts, USA

501-1000 employees