Account Resolution Specialist

Position Purpose:  Under general supervision, the Account Resolution Specialist is responsible to notify and/or locate consumers with delinquent accounts and attempt to secure payment according to compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (F.D.C.P.A.), WWR and client standards.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks: 

• Requests and/or mails form letters to consumers or representatives to notify and encourage payment of delinquent accounts.
• Confers with consumers or representatives by telephone in attempt to determine reason for overdue payment and make an attempt for payment resolution.
• Calculates payment arrangements and negotiates settlements which may require supervisor/client approval.
• Documents information about financial status of consumers and status of collection efforts and performs data entry to update notes on account.
• Contacts consumers, consumers' representatives and attorneys to provide status updates and request/supply additional information and documentation. May also contact courts.
• Obtains information to handle debit and check payments by phone.
• Searches internet, public records, city and telephone directories, credit bureau reports, vendor searches and contacts employer and post office to locate consumer and/or consumer assets. Locates additional addresses as necessary
• Makes decision for next activity on consumer file and monitors files for required documents.
• Follow-up to ensure all available options are utilized to achieve payment of debt.
• Meets minimum standards for daily calls, files worked and goals.
• Handles files in accordance with WWR and client standards, follows scripts and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Approaches contact with consumers and third parties with a high level of professionalism/customer service on a recorded and monitored phone line.
• Complete all required training applicable to assigned position.
• Additional duties as requested or required.

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• 1 year consistent work experience required, in hospitality field, customer service, call center or sales experience preferred.
• Accurate typing and data entry skills.
• Consistently achieves 85% or better on monthly revenue goals.
• Knowledge of basic computer operation, including internet research.
• Maintains composure in difficult situations.
• Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
• Work flexible hours – day, evening, and rotating Saturday mornings.
• Must pass background check and drug screen.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Starting pay $17.68 /hr. plus uncapped bonuses 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays
• Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more. You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information.
• Promotional opportunities from within the Firm
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc. Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives
• On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available
• Free parking
• Free onsite fitness center for all employees

Work Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit at the workstation for extended periods.  The employee must have the ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form; enter data into a computer; and operate standard office equipment including computer, telephone, printer, copier, and facsimile machine.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Normal office conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

EOE Statement: WWR/Weltman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.