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ISAT Total Support

Collections Manager

La Mirada, CA · On-site

$72K - $85K/yr

Maintain accurate collection notes, account histories, and documentation within Sage, Nexus, and ... Manage and oversee high volume collections. Customer Account & Risk Management * Manage ...

Hyundai Capital

Collections Strategy Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

$88K - $136K/yr

WHAT YOU WILL DO The Collections Strategy Manager is responsible for supporting Collections ... This Privacy Policy provides you with notice, at or before the point of collection, about the ...

Vets Hired

Credit & Collection Specialist

Cypress, CA

$23 - $30.75/hr

Job Summary The Credit & Collection Specialist is responsible for managing the full accounts receivable and commercial collections process, including credit evaluations, risk assessment, customer ...

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$25/hr. Commercial Credit Assistant Stanton, CA

Stanton, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Review reports to find accounts that are late and work with the Collection Manager on follow-ups. * Answer billing questions: Help customers with invoice questions. Fix small payment issues like ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for collection manager in Irvine, CA is $63,031.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,500.00 and $70,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A collection manager at a museum, library, or similar facility ensures the proper care of objects that are a part of the facility’s collections. In this career, your responsibilities include managing storage, working with the catalog, and helping to preserve, curate, archive, and catalog the items at the library or museum. Other duties may include helping to develop the policies associated with the disposal and acquiring of objects for the facility. Such policies outline how the facility plans to collect items, the types of objects that they have interest in, and how and why they may need to dispose of these items.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a collection manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Collection Manager, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of credit and collections procedures, and typically a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with collection software, CRM systems, and relevant regulations such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is essential. Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership abilities help you motivate teams and resolve disputes effectively. These skills are crucial for maximizing recoveries, maintaining compliance, and fostering positive client relationships.

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Collections Manager

ISAT Total Support

La Mirada, CA • On-site

$72K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Join our Team! Our employees are thriving both inside and outside of the office. We are growing faster than ever and it's not because of what we do, but how we do it. It's simple, our employees are our greatest asset. We value them and give them every reason to stay happy and motivated. We perform at high levels, fueled by an eclectic team. We boast a fun, energizing workplace with an emphasis on innovation, teamwork, quality work, and customer satisfaction.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

  • Salary Range: Competitive based on Individual Experience
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • 401K Program with Matching
  • $100K Life Insurance
  • Accelerated Growth Opportunities
  • Access to the Largest Construction Projects
  • Nationwide Offices
  • A Competitive and Rewarding Environment
  • A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

YOUR CAREER STARTS HERE!

ABOUT US: Tomarco Contractor Specialties LLP, (dba ISAT Total Support) is a pioneer in MEP subcontractor services, blending engineering expertise, manufacturing experience, and wholesale distribution. Since 1977, our commitment to innovation has led to cost reduction, faster installation, and a safer working environment for projects of all sizes worldwide. Our dynamic team of over 700 professionals specializes in MEP support design, technical VDC (Virtual Design and Construction), project management, detailing, project support, and more. We offer holistic solutions for projects of any size, and believe in a collaborative approach that streamlines the design and construction process, reducing project completion times.

Headquartered in Southern California, ISAT also has offices in Northern California, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Utah, Georgia, North Carolina, Chicago, Atlanta, New York, Texas, and Puerto Rico. Additional expansion is expected.


PURPOSE/SUMMARY:

The Collections Manager leads and directs the daily operations of the Collections function, ensuring timely recovery of outstanding receivables, minimizing delinquency, and protecting company cash flow. This role provides leadership to the Collections team, manages customer account portfolios, and serves as the subject matter expert for all collection activities, escalations, and reporting. The Collections Manager partners closely with Accounts Receivable, Sales, Project Management, and senior leadership to resolve aged balances, reduce credit risk, and maintain strong customer relationships throughout the collection process. This is a full-time, on-site position, Monday through Friday.


RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

Leadership & Team Management

  • Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate Collections staff.
  • Provide ongoing coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to support employee development.
  • Review daily workflow, assign accounts, and prioritize team workload to ensure timely follow-up on outstanding balances.
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for complex, sensitive, or high-dollar collection matters.
  • Track employee time sheets.

Collections Operations

  • Oversee full-cycle collections activities, including outbound calls, dunning correspondence, payment plan negotiation, and dispute resolution.
  • Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and drive timely collection efforts to meet DSO and cash flow targets.
  • Review and approve customer payment arrangements, settlement offers, and write-off recommendations within approval authority.
  • Maintain accurate collection notes, account histories, and documentation within Sage, Nexus, and Laserfiche.
  • Partner with the AR team to ensure billing accuracy and resolve invoice discrepancies that delay payment.
  • Manage and oversee high volume collections.

Customer Account & Risk Management

  • Manage relationships with key customer accounts, contractors, and general contractors regarding outstanding balances.
  • Coordinate lien rights, preliminary notices, and bond claims with internal teams and external counsel as needed.
  • Evaluate customer credit risk in partnership with AR and recommend credit hold, release, or limit adjustments.
  • Escalate accounts to third-party collections or legal action when internal recovery efforts are exhausted.

Process Improvement & Compliance

  • Maintain and enhance collection policies, procedures, and internal controls in accordance with company standards and GAAP.
  • Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to reduce delinquency, accelerate cash recovery, and strengthen workflows.
  • Ensure compliance with FDCPA, state collection regulations, and internal audit requirements.

Reporting & Month-End Support

  • Prepare and present aging, DSO, collection effectiveness, and bad-debt reports for senior management.
  • Support month-end close activities related to collections, reserves, and write-offs.
  • Maintain organized collection documentation and records in accordance with retention policies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Accounts Receivable, Sales, Project Management, and Operations to resolve disputes and accelerate payment.
  • Provide guidance and support to internal departments regarding collection policies, lien rights, and customer payment terms.
  • Assist with administrative or departmental support as needed to maintain workflow continuity.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
  • 5+ years of progressive collections experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
  • Construction industry experience strongly preferred, including familiarity with lien rights, preliminary notices, joint checks, and bond claims.
  • Working knowledge of Sage, Nexus, Laserfiche, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • Strong understanding of GAAP, AR/collections accounting, and FDCPA compliance.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Proven leadership ability with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret aging reports and drive data-informed decisions.



Further Qualifications- The successful candidate must also pass a background check.

*Equal Employment Opportunity