Credit and Collection Specialist

Gal Manufacturing, a Vantage Elevation Company•Quincy, IL

2d•$26 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister-Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Bore-Max; Thames Valley Controls and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies almost all electro-mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. Founded in 1927, the Vantage group employs over 900 staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom. We are searching for an Accounts Receivables/Billing Specialist to join our team at Vantage Elevation.

Requirements

3+ years Collections or similar level of accounting education & experience.
Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook and general accounting systems.
Accurate data entry and strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Works well with others and able to follow instructions

Responsibilities

Ensure prompt payment of assigned accounts through telephone, email and written communication
Maintain accurate records of interaction or attempted interaction with customers
Research and analyze billing/AR issues by interfacing with various departments within GAL
Assists in the development of payment tactics and strategies for assigned accounts
Establish extended payment plans when required
Prepare reports highlighting anticipated write offs/income
Recommend further action when all in-house collection options have been exhausted
Resolve disputed items through research of all available information and communicate outcome.
Attend weekly meetings with A/R manager and provide account of progress
Inform A/R manager of difficult issues arising during the collection process
Review and determine status of held orders
Investigate, review and process RMA related credits
Special assignments as needed