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Mansfield Oil Company

Collections Specialist

Mansfield Oil Company, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Mansfield Service Partners is looking for a Collections Specialist for our Houston, TX location.

The Collections Specialist is responsible for minimizing risk to the company by resolving past due balances (debits and credits), monitoring credit holds, and making decisions to release or hold product and/or services based upon the parameters set forth by the Collections or Credit management teams. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with internal departments to resolve issues and reporting overall results to company stakeholders (internal and external).

Responsibilities Past Due Balance Management and Reporting

Own front-line collections, contacting customers regarding debit and credit balances beyond the due date

Transmit any documentation needed to resolve past due balances

Log all collection activity and relevant comments into the accounting system

Provide metrics reporting (recorded) for balances 1 day past due and greater

Ensure reporting is accurate and detailed

Investigate historical data for resolution of over and short payments, disputed items, and unapplied payments, working with other internal departments when needed

Communicate with internal customers to investigate and resolve debit and credit balances

Communicate potential inability to fuel (due to credit restrictions) to all internal customers including Sales, Operations, and Dispatch

Data Analysis

Possess analytical skills to assimilate information making sound business decisions quickly and accurately

Utilize all systems and programs to analyze data, and report results

Possess knowledge of accounting and operations systems to determine and resolve any internal, set-up, contract, or billing issues

Possess a general understanding of credit files, security options, and insured accounts

Advise the Credit team of any needed increases in limits to prevent balances from exceeding limits

Understand when to escalate to management and sales to advise of cash flow issues and prevent holds

Assess exposure and compare to allowable limit to determine if credit is available for various energy products and services, obtaining approval to exceed credit limits and set parameters

Possess a working knowledge of Excel including pivot tables and lookups

Customer Service & Negotiation

Maintain excellent customer relations through professional conduct and timely, accurate responses

Notify internal customers of any accounts with ongoing issues leading to potential risk or credit hold status

Exhibit and encourage team spirit and collaboration

Communicate clearly with respect and courtesy at all times, both verbally and written, with correct grammatical usage

Customize communications and processes relative to both internal and external customers

Initiative

Embrace and exude the core values of Mansfield Oil Company: Teamwork, Conscientiousness, Innovation, Integrity, Personal Service, and Excellence

Execute the goals and expectations of the department and role with a willingness to invest additional time to achieve these goals

Own personal and professional growth including being open to coaching and recognizing training opportunities to enhance performance and skills

Develop prevention strategies to eliminate problems before they occur

Plan before taking action to ensure that the most successful process is utilized

Evaluate performance during the day and make appropriate adjustments to achieve goals

Position Requirements Formal Education & Certification

High School diploma or equivalency required

Knowledge & Experience

Must be fluent in English

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Intermediate proficiency in Excel including vlookups and pivot tables

One-year minimum B2B collections experience or related skills required

Qualifications and Characteristics

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Able to multi-task effectively and prioritize tasks according to the level of importance

Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)

Self-motivated, self-starter with strong attention to detail

Able to perform in a fast paced, team-oriented environment

Ability to stay organized on multiple projects while performing accurate work

Work Environment

40-hour on-site work week

Sitting for extended periods of time

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package (health, dental, vision, Company paid: Life insurance, STD and LTD)

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off that includes vacation days, sick leave, 8 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays and a paid day for volunteering at a non-profit agency

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Insurance Discount Programs

Chaplain Program

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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