Collections Representative/AP Specialist

TEKsystems
$18.00 - $18.50 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Tinley Park
Sep 25, 2025
Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Accounts Support Specialist to manage a portfolio of 60-70 customer accounts. This role involves light collections work, primarily following up on payment statuses and past-due invoices. The accounts are generally straightforward, requiring minimal investigation or escalation. Key responsibilities include: * Monitoring account activity and ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding payments. * Uploading invoices and performing basic data entry and processing tasks. * Managing weekly check runs, including preparing, stuffing, and stamping outgoing checks. * Handling incoming U.S. mail and distributing it appropriately. * Collaborating with internal teams to resolve account-related issues. * Communicating with customers via email and phone to ensure smooth payment processes. This position offers a balanced mix of administrative tasks and customer interaction, ideal for someone who enjoys routine work with occasional problem-solving. Required Skills & Qualifications * Customer Service: Comfortable communicating with clients via phone and email. * Data Entry: Accurate and efficient input of invoice and payment data. * Microsoft Excel: Basic understanding of pivot tables and VLOOKUPs is a plus. * Office Experience: 1-2 years in a professional setting preferred. * Phone Confidence: Willingness to make outbound calls and follow up with customers. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with B2B collections (not required but beneficial). * Familiarity with basic accounting or finance processes. * Prior exposure to invoice processing or check runs. Experience Level Entry Level - Perfect for candidates looking to grow their skills in a supportive and structured environment.lus to have pivot table experience Plus to have B2B collections Experience Level Entry Level Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.50/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tinley Park,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2025. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.