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Credit Collections Representative

Thompson Tractor Company, Inc., Birmingham, AL, United States


Position Summary Credit Collections Representative will report directly to the Director of Credit and will be responsible for contacting past due customers to follow up on payments for customers' accounts, assisting customers with payment plans, and assisting in resolving any issues the customer may have with their account. A sense of urgency and high attention to detail are required for this position. The Collections Representative will demonstrate initiative, commitment to teamwork, enthusiasm for customer service, and dedication to finding solutions in an efficient manner.

Essential Responsibilities & Expectations

Assist with incoming calls in the collections area

Collect payment on past-due invoices

Take and deliver messages to Credit Department personnel

Process customer credit card payments

Assist customers with account issues

Travel to customer office when needed to discuss account issues

Travel to Regional Meetings as needed to build internal customer relationships

Cross-training on other duties within the department (i.e. process credit applications, back up to other collectors)

Other duties assigned by Management

Qualifications Education

High school diploma or the equivalent required.

Experience

Prior clerical or administrative experience is desired. Prior commercial collection experience is preferred.

Experience and demonstrated skill using personal computers including Microsoft Word and Excel and basic typing skills are required for this position. Must possess or demonstrate the ability to quickly acquire the following required Skills and Competencies.

Skills and Competencies

Telephone and Verbal Communication Skills

Team Player mindset

Problem Solving Skill

Written Communication Skills

Organizational Skills Microsoft SharePoint

Microsoft AX 2012

Job Training

Microsoft Word - Basic

Microsoft Excel - Basic & Intermediate Business Communication Skills Training OSHA Required Training

Compliance Training

Safety Summary Working Conditions Work is typically performed in an office environment. No or very limited physical activity is required for this position.

Physical Requirements

Ability to speak, kneel, listen, type, and write effectively.

Ability to grasp, stoop, and reach safely.

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Job Hazards

Tripping, slipping, falling

Strains from lifting

Hand Injuries

Repetitive Hand Motion (typing)

Stress

Potential Harm from operating office equipment

Thompson Tractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Behaviors

Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Education High School or Equivalent (required)

Experience At least 2 years of prior commercial collection experience preferred. (required) Experience and demonstrated skills using personal computers including Microsoft Word and Excel and basic typing skills are required for this position. (required)

Licenses & Certifications Driver's License Personal (required)

Skills

Organizational (required)

Written Communication (required)

Verbal Communication (required)

Customer Service (required)

Microsoft Office (required)

Computer (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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