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Job Description:
The Collections Specialist position is responsible for providing operational support those results in optimizing the Collection performance of the Cancelled Collections portfolios. The required support is provided to external vendors and internal business partners. The position is required to complete tasks, timely and accurately which ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures. Completion of the tasks will also ensure compliance to external requirements, such as Sarbanes Oxley and local laws.
Principal Responsibilities but not limited to:
Process manual worklist referrals and closures according to operation guidelines.
Process Credit balance in cancelled derogatory accounts.
Provides accurate and timely response to Internal Amex, outside agencies inquiries, cancelled card members and Debt Purchaser via email.
Responds to all incoming correspondence as outlined in the operation guidelines.
Investigate, identify root of the issue, and provide recommendations of solutions and/or feedback to requesting party.
Prepare and send Direct Debit, Paid in Full, Settled in Full & Default correspondence to card members as required.
Update financial adjustments accurately within designated timeframes to the correct ledgers.
Understand and follow the market specific (local law) requirements in each case handling.
Understand and comply with all Sarbanes Oxley testing requirements; for example work list penetration timeliness, accelerated write accuracy and timeliness and agency invoice payment processing requirements.
Achieve an accuracy score of 96% or greater through the Quality Assurance assessment process each month.
Upon request, action other collections related tasks and projects as and when required.
Qualification:
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Excellent skill in pivot table, VLOOKUP and macro would be advantageous.
Strong analytical skills with attention to accuracy and detail.
Able to make sound decisions effectively and promptly with minimum supervision.
Good self-discipline, able to work to deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
Ability to work across multiple cultures and commercial environments.
Good interpersonal skills, mature and patience in handling difficult situations.
Strong team player.
Excellent communication skills in English, verbal and written.
We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:
Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
Support for financial-well-being and retirement
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
Flexible working model with hybrid or onsite arrangements depending on role and business need
Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
