Capital Waste Services is a leading provider of waste management services throughout South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, Virginia, and Florida areas. We are committed to providing superior customer service with our emphasis on integrity, reliability and cleanliness. We invest in our community, our customers and our employees by providing access to state-of-the-art systems and processes, and the best leadership in the business!
Position Summary
The Collections Manager is responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day collections function to ensure timely recovery of outstanding receivables while maintaining professional customer relationships. This role oversees a team of four collectors, establishes clear priorities by aging bucket, enforces policies, and drives measurable improvements in DSO, cash flow, and dispute resolution.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong coaching, accountability, and cross-functional coordination with Billing, Sales, Operations, and Legal.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Management
Directly manage, coach, and develop a team of 4 Collections SpecialistsSet clear performance expectations, goals, and KPIs for each team memberConduct regular 1:1 meetings, performance reviews, and coaching sessionsEnsure consistent application of collection policies and escalation standardsAddress performance gaps promptly through training, corrective action, or PIPs as neededCollections Strategy & Execution
Oversee daily collection activities across all assigned accountsAssign and monitor accounts by aging bucket (current, 1-30, 31-60, 61-90, 90+)Ensure timely follow-up on past due balances via phone, email, and written correspondenceDrive resolution of disputes in coordination with Billing and OperationsRecommend accounts for credit hold, service suspension, collections agency, or legal actionApprove payment plans in accordance with company policyPerformance Management & Reporting
Monitor and report on key metrics including: Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) Past due percentages by aging bucket Cash collected vs. targets Dispute volumes and resolution timelines Prepare regular reporting for executive leadershipIdentify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve collection effectivenessEnsure accurate and timely documentation of collection activity in the ERP systemCross-Functional Collaboration
Partner closely with: Billing to resolve invoice accuracy issues Sales on customer escalations and account risk Operations when service or contract issues impact payment Legal and 3rd-party agencies on escalated accounts Participate in regular collections and AR review meetingsEnsure a consistent, professional customer experience while protecting company interestsPolicy, Compliance & Process Improvement
Enforce company AR and collections policies consistentlyEnsure compliance with applicable laws and regulations (FDCPA, contract terms, etc.)Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce delinquencyAssist with write-off recommendations and documentationSupport audit requests related to AR and collectionsQualifications
Required
5+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable or Collections2+ years of people management experienceProven ability to manage competing priorities and meet collection targetsStrong understanding of aging buckets, disputes, and escalation strategiesExcellent communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skillsExperience working with ERP systems and AR reportingHigh level of professionalism, integrity, and accountabilityPreferred
Experience in B2B collectionsExperience working in multi-location or high-volume environmentsFamiliarity with legal collections and third-party agenciesExperience in waste, logistics, utilities, or service-based industriesKey Competencies
Leadership & accountabilityResults-driven mindsetAnalytical and detail-orientedStrong judgment and decision-makingCustomer-focused but firmAbility to enforce policy consistently Requirements:PI6b60bac4388e-6221
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