Collections clerk

San Antonio, TX

Job Description:

We are looking for a reliable collections clerk to contact customers and claim outstanding debts. You will be responsible for recovering the money owed in as little time as possible.

A debt collector will have to be polite and sensitive towards people while also remaining committed to their purpose and persistent. Excellent communication skills and a sense of urgency are extremely useful to succeed in this task.

  • Works with coworkers to set debt collection strategies.
  • Leads the debt collection process for assigned customers.
  • Contacts customers by phone, email, and mail to recover a debt.
  • Keeps detailed notes and records of all communications and actions.
  • Answers questions customers have about billing statements.
  • Negotiates partial repayments and payment plans when possible.
  • Keeps track of payment due dates and sends reminders.
  • Updates the account status when the debt has been paid.
  • Investigates billing errors and disputes and follows up with customers.
  • Sends necessary paperwork to customers and credit bureaus promptly.
  • Maintains confidentiality and the utmost discretion.
  • Collaborates with lawyers if legal action is required.
  • Uses debt collection software, skip tracing software, and public records databases.
  • Complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations as well as company policies.

Location : San Antonio