Collections Specialist (Project based - 3 months) - Remote
This is the employer's own posting, not a copy on a job board.
What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 1d ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
Posted 9d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2026-09-23). Last seen at its source just now.
We have tracked this listing since 23 Sep 2026 (8 days). The employer's own board has carried it every time we have read it, most recently just now.
Is it remote?
Marked remote on the employer's board
Their board carries a remote setting on this posting — a field they filled in, not wording we read. The location field names somewhere specific, which is usually where the team or the entity sits.
Who may apply?
South Africa
The description states no restriction of its own. This is the source's own tag.
Skills named in the ad
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Carried by 1 source
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workable employer's own board first seen 8d ago · last seen just now
The listing
This is a 3-month contract role. Please apply if you’re comfortable with this arrangement and are available for the full contract period.
⏰ Shift Schedule & Work Setup:
- Eastern/Central Timezone
- 100% Remote – work from the comfort of your home
- Applicants should be equipment ready (laptop, headset, etc.) to ensure a smooth start and seamless workflow
🏢 Job Summary:
The Collections Specialist is responsible for daily client engagement and providing administrative and research support for the collections functions. The Collections Specialist is a key member of the billing and finance team and will regularly interact with the finance team, clients and cross-functionally with other departments as needed.
🔑 Key Responsibilities:
- Support the collections process, working to resolve client payment issues and protect the financial assets of the organization.
- Meet assigned collections quotas and targets by consistently following up on outstanding accounts and securing timely payments.
- Review documents and filings, assess credit histories and reports, collect and process data on existing and prospective customers, and process credit applications.
- Follow all applicable organization and compliance rules regarding credit and collection processes.
Requirements
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in collections, accounts receivable, credit, billing, or a related field
- Proven ability to meet assigned collections quotas and performance targets
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to professionally handle payment concerns and difficult conversations
- Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and follow-up skills
- Excellent time management, organization, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple accounts in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive and accountable, with a strong focus on resolving outstanding accounts and achieving collection goals
- Ability to follow established credit, collections, compliance, and documentation procedures