Bill and Account Collectors

Locate and notify customers of delinquent accounts by mail, telephone, or personal visit to solicit payment. Duties include receiving payment and posting amount to customer's account, preparing statements to credit department if customer fails to respond, initiating repossession proceedings or service disconnection, and keeping records of collection and status of accounts.

$46,040
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
-10% projected 2024โ€“2034
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Bill and account collectors work to recover payments from individuals and businesses with overdue accounts. They spend much of their day on the phone, calling customers to remind them about past-due bills and negotiate payment arrangements. When phone contact proves difficult, they may send written notices or emails explaining the debt and requesting payment. These professionals use databases and account management software to track their cases, record conversations, and update account statuses throughout the collection process.

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