Collector

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company. The Collector is responsible for collections of outstanding accounts receivable and all other aspects of collections resulting in a reduction of delinquency for assigned regions while working in partnership with branch management and collectors to achieve maximum results. Location: 10236 Fisher Ave Tampa, Fl 33619

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, bachelors or associates degree preferred, but not required
• At least two years of experience in collection and credit work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to work with a team and independently, in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of statistics and data analysis.
• Basic understanding of applicable state and federal collection laws including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Nice To Haves

• Microsoft Navigator and/or Profit Zoom a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage AR Aging report for locations and subsidiaries assigned, as well as escalated accounts/invoices from branches that need a higher level of collection. This effort will be through direct calls and emails with customers.
• Prepare FDL letters and request attorney FDLs as needed and recommend accounts for third-party collection and/or write-off.
• Communicate with Collections Manager about status of past due accounts or situations where additional leverage is needed to obtain the desired outcome of collection efforts.
• Monitor and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Maintain notes on accounts to reflect collection efforts.
• Work returned statements as needed to collect outstanding debt, obtain updated contact information, and update ERP systems with current information.
• Ensures the security and privacy of customer information and files.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees