Primient

Food and Industrial Ingredients

CollectionsSpecialist

$41–51k Decatur, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Collections Specialist at Primient. Skills: Accounts receivable, Accounts payable, Collections, Customer disputes. Collect outstanding customer invoices. Follow up on outstanding customer invoices”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure timely payment; Ensure accurate financial operations; Reduce delinquent accounts

Industry & Context.

Food and Industrial Ingredients
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Conflict resolution; Analytical thinking; Decision-making

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

2+ years of experience in collections, 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, 2+ years of experience in accounting support, Experience handling customer disputes, Experience handling overdue accounts, Proficiency in accounting software, Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Written English communication skills, Verbal English communication skills, Understanding of accounting principles, Understanding of financial processes, Knowledge of collection procedures, Knowledge of credit management, Familiarity with U.S. accounts payable processes, Familiarity with vendor payment practices, Understanding of customer service best practices, Knowledge of compliance standards, Knowledge of financial controls

Nice to Have

Associate's degree in Accounting preferred, Associate's degree in Finance preferred, Associate's degree in Business Administration preferred, Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred, Bachelor's degree in Finance preferred, Bachelor's degree in Business Administration preferred, Equivalent work experience may be considered, Previous exposure to accounts payable functions preferred, Experience working in a fast-paced environment, Experience working in a deadline-driven environment

What You'll Do.

Collect outstanding customer invoices

Follow up on outstanding customer invoices

Monitor accounts receivable aging reports

Prioritize overdue accounts

Investigate billing discrepancies

Resolve billing discrepancies

Investigate payment disputes

Resolve payment disputes

Investigate account issues

Resolve account issues

Maintain accurate customer account records

Maintain accurate collection notes

Communicate with customers regarding payment status

Communicate with customers regarding account balances

Collaborate with internal departments

Resolve payment delays

Reconcile customer payments

Reconcile credit memos

Reconcile adjustments

Support accounts payable activities

Communicate with vendors

Support U.S. accounts payable

Process business deposits

Provide updates on outstanding balances

Provide updates on collection activities

Ensure compliance with company policies

Ensure compliance with financial procedures

Ensure compliance with collection regulations

Assist in improving collection processes

Assist in reducing delinquent accounts

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Internal departments; Sales; Customer Service; Accounting; Within a team

Communication Scope

Written English; Verbal English

Full Job Description

Collections Specialist | Primient ### # **About Primient** Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate. ### # **About the Role** The Collection Specialist is responsible for managing accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including collecting outstanding invoices, resolving customer disputes, processing vendor payments, and providing U.S. accounts payable support by assisting with payment inquiries, vendor communication, and issue resolution to ensure timely and accurate financial operations. **K ey responsibilities: __Collections Specialist__** * Collect and follow up on outstanding customer invoices to ensure timely payment. * Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and prioritize overdue accounts. * Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, payment disputes, and account issues. * Maintain accurate customer account records and collection notes. * Communicate professionally with customers regarding payment status and account balances. * Collaborate with internal departments such as Sales, Customer Service, and Accounting to resolve payment delays. * Reconcile custom

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