Merrillville, IN30+ days ago
Essential Duties Manage a high volume of inbound and outbound calls in a fast-paced collections environment Maintain and update assigned accounts within the collections system daily Monitor and respond to client voicemail boxes, documenting and resolving messages promptly Negotiate payment arrangements and settlements in accordance with company and client guidelines Accurately update customer account information and notes Verify and confirm customer account details and banking information Process secure payments and update payment methods as needed Investigate and resolve discrepancies on accounts Communicate professionally with consumers, attorneys, and third-party representatives Ensure adherence to all applicable federal and state laws (e.g., FDCPA) and client/firm compliance policies Assist the team with projects and other departmental tasks assigned. Education/Experience Previous collections experience required High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred Experience in collections, customer service, sales, call centers, or QA is a plus Familiarity with collections software and systems (e.g., CLS, Microsoft Office Suite) Solid understanding of federal and state debt collection laws, including FDCPA.