Sterling Search Partners · 1 week ago
Collections Specialist
Sterling Search Partners is partnering with a Birmingham based company to find an experienced AR / Collections Associate for their Accounts Receivable team. This role focuses on relationship-based credit management and collections, working closely with sales teams and customers to manage receivables and resolve issues.
Responsibilities
Take full ownership of assigned accounts receivable portfolios
Contact customers with balances over 45 days to:
Confirm payments
Set up payment arrangements
Research and resolve disputes
Coordinate with branch managers and sales representatives regarding:
Job projects
Owner notices
Lien waivers and lien filings
Apply working knowledge of construction lien laws , particularly for Florida and Georgia
Help reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and maintain a consistent weekly revenue flow
Verify credit and set up new customer accounts and new jobs
Handle a high-volume workload (approximately 100+ items reviewed weekly)
Payment posting may be included, depending on experience and team needs
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2 years of credit and collections experience in the construction industry
Strong understanding of credit management and collections best practices
Experience working with sales teams and internal stakeholders
Knowledge of lien laws (FL/GA required)
Preferred
Critical thinker and effective problem solver
Relationship-focused approach to collections
Able to balance customer empathy with firm collection objectives
Self-motivated and organized