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Credit and Collections Representative

Kforce Inc.

Somerset, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$23–$26.42
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Receivable Management, Analysis Skills, Collection Agency, Communication Skills, Credit Analysis, Credit Risk, Credit and Collections, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Finance, Legal, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Partner Sales, Past Due Accounts, Peoplesoft, Problem Solving Skills, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Risk, Risk Management, Short Messaging Service (SMS)
LOCATION
Somerset, NJ
POSTED
3 days ago
Kforce has a client in Somerset, NJ that is seeking a Credit and Collections Representative with experience supporting credit and collections functions in a large corporate environment. This role is responsible for managing an assigned portfolio of accounts, administering credit limits and payment terms, reviewing accounts on credit hold, and collecting past-due balances while maintaining strong customer relationships. Duties Include:
  • Manage collection activities for an assigned portfolio of customer accounts
  • Review orders on credit hold and determine appropriate action based on account status
  • Maintain customer credit limits and payment terms
  • Evaluate credit requests and recommend limit adjustments
  • Identify potential bad debt accounts and pursue collection efforts
  • Escalate high-risk accounts and recommend placement with collection agencies when necessary
  • Respond to customer inquiries regarding statements, payments, and account balances
  • Research and resolve account discrepancies and payment disputes
  • Perform account reconciliations and maintain accurate collection records
  • Support payment portal setup and customer account maintenance activities

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years of Credit and Collections experience
  • Large corporate credit experience required
  • Large corporate collections experience required
  • The ideal candidate will have a background in commercial credit, collections, accounts receivable, and customer account management
  • Strong understanding of accounts receivable, credit analysis, and credit risk management
  • Experience managing high-volume customer account portfolios
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills are essential, as this position partners closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Finance teams to resolve payment issues and minimize credit
  • Strong organizational and prioritization abilities
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to make sound business decisions
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
  • Experience with ERP systems, including PeopleSoft, preferred
  • Familiarity with Dun and Bradstreet, Creditsafe, or similar credit reporting tools preferred

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/