Overview
Regional Collector Associate - REMOTE at Ryder System, Inc.
Job location : Des Moines, IA (remote role).
Note : This job posting is for applicants applying to the Regional Collector Associate role; some boilerplate text and notices have been trimmed for clarity and relevance.
Responsibilities
- Contacts customers to solicit payment, negotiate cessation of services, obtain information on deductions and billing issues, remediate customer payment terms, and determine contract defaults.
- Analyze disputes and deductions to facilitate resolution of amounts due, including issues such as wrong rates, days, miles, subs, damages, fees, insurance, licensing, taxes, purchase orders, repair orders, fee mark-up, and special instructions. Identify root cause and coordinate with upstream partners as appropriate.
- Provide regular updates to Ryder's Finance, Operations, Sales, and Rental leadership on receivables via conference calls and direct contact; contribute to bad debt expense forecasting and dispute information to manage negative impact from bad receivables.
- Participate in projects, committees or focus groups related to enhancements in Collections, Accounts Receivable, Customer Service, and Billing.
Additional Responsibilities
Develop documentation and user manuals as directed.Collaborate with customers and all levels of operational / sales management to mitigate losses, improve receivables metrics (DRO, Bad Debt, dollars past due), and preserve customer relationships.Analyze available financial, credit, and operational data to plan and execute collections strategies.Perform other duties as assigned.Skills and Abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a teamProblem solving and strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to build and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organizationSelf-driven with adaptability to fast-paced environments; able to multi-task and manage time effectivelyStrong technical aptitude and proficiency with relevant principles, theories, concepts and techniquesQuality-focused with good decision-making, composure, and creativityAbility to build strong customer relationships; thorough with excellent follow-upKnowledge of the commercial collections process (intermediate)MS Office Suite (intermediate)Qualifications
H.S. diploma / GED requiredAssociate's degree preferred in business, accounting, financial or related fieldBachelor's degree preferred in business, accounting, financial or related fieldOne (1) year or more in commercial collections requiredTwo (2) years or more in accounting / financial with the H.S. Diploma required0 to One (1) year in accounting / financial with the Associate's / Bachelor's degree requiredDemonstrated knowledge of the commercial collections process (intermediate)MS Office Suite (intermediate)Job Details
Job Category : Credit & CollectionsEmployment type : Full-timeLocation : Des Moines, IACompensation and Benefits
Pay Type : SalariedMinimum Pay Range : 55,000.00Maximum Pay Range : 60,000.00Benefits : Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan for full-time positionsEqual Opportunity
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Important Notice
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Location appears as : Des Moines, IA; Salary range appears as $70,000.00-$85,000.00 (note : compensation details in external postings may vary).
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