Collections & Accounts Receivable Specialist **RELEVANT CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED WITHIN 48 HOURS AND WILL BE SENT DIRECTLY TO THE HIRING TEAM** Seeking a skilled Collections & AR Specialist for a stable company in the Peabody area. This is a unique succession opportunity to receive direct, hands-on training from the retiring incumbent, ensuring a smooth transition into the role. You will lead the company's collections efforts with a customer-centric approach, negotiating payment plans, resolving issues, and maintaining client loyalty. Key duties include managing a portfolio of accounts, making credit decisions to minimize risk, posting payments, and supporting legal action when necessary. We are looking for a calm, detail-oriented professional with 3-5 years of experience. This is a full-time, fully in-office position paying $25/hr. The role includes benefits like a 401(k) with a 5% match, paid time off, and employee discounts.salary: $50,000 - $52,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 4 PMeducation: High SchoolResponsibilitiesCollections & Delinquency Management Execute a systematic collections strategy, including direct customer outreach via phone and email, to negotiate payment plans and resolve outstanding balances. Prepare and distribute monthly statements, collection letters, and other correspondence to ensure timely communication regarding account status. Monitor and manage a portfolio of aging accounts to reduce delinquency and improve cash flow. Accounts Receivable & Customer Service Ensure accurate and timely posting of all cash receipts to customer accounts. Act as the primary liaison between customers and the sales team to investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, complaints, and inquiries efficiently. Maintain positive client relationships through professional communication and effective problem-solving. Risk Mitigation & Reporting Analyze customer credit information to make informed decisions on credit limits and terms. Generate and analyze accounts receivable reports as needed for management review. Coordinate with attorneys and navigate the small claims court process for escalated accounts requiring legal action. SkillsCommercial CollectionsCreditCollectionsCredit & CollectionsBasic Accounts ReceivableQualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.