# Collections Specialist > Pavago · Mexico (Remote) · — · Posted 2026-09-07 **Workplace:** remote **Department:** Candidate Sourcing ## Description **Collections Specialist – Accounts Receivable & Payment Recovery | Remote** **Position Type:** Full-Time, Remote **Working Hours:** U.S. Business Hours **About the Role** At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a results-driven **Collections Specialist** to manage past-due accounts, recover outstanding payments, and protect company cash flow through consistent, high-volume collections activity. This is a **performance-driven outbound role**. You’ll be expected to make **100+ outbound calls per day**, follow up persistently on overdue balances, resolve billing issues, secure payment commitments, and maintain accurate account records. You’ll manage accounts from initial outreach through payment or resolution, balancing persistence with professional customer communication. If you have experience in **collections or accounts receivable**, are confident handling difficult payment conversations, and perform well against measurable recovery targets, this role is a strong fit. **What You’ll Own** ### **Collections & Payment Recovery** - Make **100+ outbound collections calls daily** to customers with past-due balances - Follow up consistently through phone and email - Secure: - Payments - Payment commitments - Clear resolution timelines - Navigate gatekeepers and connect with appropriate decision-makers - Handle payment objections professionally and confidently - Maintain consistent follow-up until accounts are resolved - Prioritize accounts based on aging, balance, and collection status - Track promised payments and follow up when commitments are missed - Take ownership of assigned accounts through final resolution ### **Billing Issues & Dispute Resolution** - Investigate issues preventing payment, including: - Billing discrepancies - Invoice disputes - Missing information - Payment delays - Identify the root cause of outstanding balances - Coordinate with internal teams to resolve billing issues quickly - Keep customers informed throughout the resolution process - Ensure disputed accounts remain actively managed - Follow up internally and externally until blockers are resolved ### **CRM & Account Management** - Maintain accurate account records in **Salesforce or similar CRM systems** - Document: - Outbound calls - Emails - Customer responses - Payment commitments - Case updates - Follow-up dates - Maintain clear visibility into every active collections account - Keep documentation accurate, complete, and current - Ensure follow-up dates and next actions are consistently recorded ### **Customer Communication** - Communicate firmly but professionally regarding outstanding balances - Handle difficult payment conversations without unnecessarily damaging customer relationships - Clearly communicate payment expectations and next steps - Respond appropriately to objections and payment concerns - Provide timely updates regarding billing disputes and account resolutions - Maintain professionalism across every customer interaction ### **Reporting & Process Improvement** - Track collections activity and account progress - Monitor payment commitments and recovery outcomes - Identify recurring issues contributing to delayed payments - Share insights that can improve: - Recovery rates - Billing accuracy - Collections workflows - Payment tracking - Maintain strong activity and follow-up discipline - Help identify opportunities to improve collections efficiency **Requirements** - Previous experience in **collections, accounts receivable, or high-volume outbound calling** - Comfortable making **100+ outbound calls per day** - Strong collections, negotiation, and objection-handling skills - Experience following up on overdue balances and payment commitments - Experience using **Salesforce or similar CRM systems** - Strong written and verbal English communication skills - High attention to detail and documentation accuracy - Ability to manage a large portfolio of accounts and follow-ups simultaneously - Strong organizational and time-management skills - Ability to remain professional during difficult payment conversations - Comfortable working independently in a remote environment - Availability during **U.S. business hours** **Nice to Have** - Experience in structured or KPI-driven collections environments - **Accounts Receivable (AR)** operations experience - Billing support or dispute-resolution experience - Customer account management experience - Experience working with aging reports and overdue account portfolios - Experience improving collections or payment recovery workflows - Experience supporting U.S.-based customers or businesses **Tools & Technology** **Salesforce | CRM Systems | Accounts Receivable Systems | Aging Reports | Billing Platforms | Email | VOIP/Phone Systems | Microsoft Excel | Google Sheets** **What Makes You a Strong Fit** You’ll likely thrive in this role if you: - Are comfortable spending a significant portion of your day making outbound calls - Stay persistent when customers don’t respond immediately - Can discuss overdue payments confidently without becoming confrontational - Know how to handle objections and move conversations toward resolution - Consistently follow up on payment promises - Stay organized while managing many accounts simultaneously - Maintain accurate documentation after every interaction - Take ownership of outcomes rather than simply completing activities - Perform well in target-driven, KPI-focused environments **What a Typical Day Looks Like** Your day may start by reviewing aging reports and overdue accounts, prioritizing which customers require immediate follow-up based on balance, age, and previous commitments. Throughout the day, you’ll make **100+ outbound collections calls**, send payment reminders, secure payments or payment commitments, and follow up on previously promised payments. You’ll also investigate invoice disputes or billing discrepancies, coordinate internally to resolve customer issues, and update Salesforce or other CRM records after each interaction. In short: **you actively manage overdue accounts from initial outreach through payment or resolution, helping protect company revenue and cash flow.** **Key Metrics for Success** - **100+ outbound calls completed daily** - Total payments recovered - Percentage of overdue accounts resolved - Reduction in aging receivables - Payment commitment conversion and follow-through - Follow-up consistency - CRM documentation accuracy - Speed of billing dispute resolution - Overall recovery performance **Why This Role Stands Out** - Direct impact on company cash flow and revenue recovery - Clear and measurable performance expectations - High ownership over assigned accounts - Structured, execution-focused working environment - Opportunity to strengthen collections, negotiation, and AR expertise - Fully remote position - Career growth opportunities into: - Senior Collections Specialist - Accounts Receivable Operations - Billing Operations - Revenue Operations **Interview Process** 1. Initial Application 2. **Spark Hire One-Way Video Interview** 3. Recruiter Interview 4. Final Interview 5. Offer & Onboarding **Spark Hire Video Interview – Required** As part of the application process, **all candidates are required to complete a one-way video interview through Spark Hire**. After completing the first step of your application, you’ll receive a **Spark Hire invitation by email** with instructions to record and submit your video responses. Completion of the Spark Hire video is **required to be considered for the next stage**. Please check your inbox as well as your spam or junk folder for the invitation. **Apply Now** If you have experience in **collections or accounts receivable**, are confident making **100+ outbound calls per day**, and know how to persist professionally until payment issues are resolved, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take direct ownership of **payment recovery, aging receivables, and cash-flow performance** in a results-driven remote environment. **#CollectionsSpecialist #Collections #AccountsReceivable #AR #PaymentRecovery #OutboundCalling #Salesforce #Billing #FinanceJobs #RevenueOperations #RemoteJobs #RemoteWork** **#LI-AG1** ## Apply [Apply at Pavago](https://apply.workable.com/pavago/j/CE679794F3/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)