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Collections Specialist

Itasca, IL

$18 - $24.25/hr

Collections Specialist About the Opportunity Our client is looking for a Collections Specialist to join a fast-paced team handling late-stage commercial accounts . This role focuses on resolving ...

CFS

Collections Specialist

Itasca, IL

$18 - $24.25/hr

Collections Specialist About the Opportunity Our client is looking for a Collections Specialist to join a fast-paced team handling late-stage commercial accounts . This role focuses on resolving ...

Robert Half

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Lincolnshire, IL · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

This position focuses on maintaining accurate receivables, applying incoming payments, supporting commercial collections, and ensuring billing activity is completed with precision. The ideal ...

CFS

Collections Specialist

Itasca, IL

$18 - $24.25/hr

Why This Opportunity Stands Out: • Work on high-impact, late-stage commercial accounts (200+ days ... collections • Exposure to legal escalation and repossession processes • Fast-paced, results ...

Lichtman Eisen Partners, Ltd.

Paralegal

Chicago, IL

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are a nationally recognized law firm concentrating our practice in business to business commercial collections. Our clients include, but are not limited to, banks, financial institutions ...

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How much do commercial collections jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for commercial collections in Chicago, IL is $23.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.80 and $26.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in commercial collections, and why are they important?

Excelling in Commercial Collections requires strong negotiation abilities, analytical skills, and a solid understanding of credit and collections practices, often complemented by a background in finance or business. Familiarity with collections software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or industry-specific platforms) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite are typically expected; certifications like the Credit and Collection Professional (CCP) can be advantageous. Excellent communication, resilience, and problem-solving skills help build rapport with clients and navigate challenging conversations. These competencies are crucial to successfully recovering outstanding debts while maintaining positive business relationships and adhering to legal and organizational guidelines.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in commercial collections?

A typical day in Commercial Collections involves reviewing aging reports, contacting clients regarding overdue invoices, negotiating payment plans, and documenting all interactions in the company's collections system. You may also work closely with internal departments such as sales, customer service, and accounting to resolve disputes or clarify account details. The role often requires balancing multiple accounts at different stages of the collections process, prioritizing tasks, and meeting established collection targets. Frequent communication and coordination with team members help ensure consistency and compliance with company policies. This dynamic environment offers valuable experience in financial operations and client relationship management, which can open doors to advancement in credit management, finance, or supervisory roles.

What is a commercial collections?

A Commercial Collections job involves recovering outstanding debts from businesses that have not paid for goods or services. Professionals in this role contact clients, negotiate payment plans, and ensure that overdue balances are settled. They may work for collection agencies, financial institutions, or large corporations. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential, as well as knowledge of laws governing commercial debt collection.

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Infographic showing various Commercial Collections job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 79% In-person, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,999 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Remote Commercial Collections Associates

Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc.

Chicago, IL • Remote

$36K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. is an accounts receivable and commercial collection firm and the leader in our industry! We have 7 offices around the US and we collect over 100 Million annually. Recession Proof Industry, our top collectors make over 100K a year. We are Accredited and Honored by the BBB with an A+ rating.

We are growing and would like to speak with you today if you are a Commercial Collector or have experience in the collections industry and are ready to start a new adventure.

Since 1993, we have developed a strong reputation for delivering results and superior customer service. We attract and hire top talent across the nation to be a part of our team and we would like to speak with you about joining the GGR Family. If you love to make money and strive to be successful, energetic and goal-oriented there is a position for you on our Collections team.

Why Choose Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc.?

We are growing and we want the best of the best to come and grow with us.

  • 75% employer paid Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Great Work Location
  • 401K
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • Vacation/PTO
  • No nights and weekends
  • Off early on Friday’s
  • Weekly Meetings and Coaching
  • Weekly Contests

Responsibilities:

  • Understands and applies the terms of clients contracts
  • Notate and pursue successful resolution of defaults
  • Contact business owners by phone and email to resolve delinquency issues
  • Communicate and build trust to overcome objections and resolve the debt
  • Advise business owners of potential actions surrounding defaults
  • Ensure compliance with all laws associated with recovery
  • Meet daily call expectations of 100+ with accounts worked
  • Call debtors to secure payments on past-due accounts
  • Knowledge of skip tracing and asset searches preferred
  • Successfully manages a queue of 200+
  • Must have the ability to exceed daily, weekly, and monthly expectations consistently
  • Must follow established policies & procedures
  • Must take direction well and be self-motivated
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (G.E.D.)
  • 2 years of collection experience preferred
  • Excellent telephone and customer service skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word and Excel.
  • This is a remote opportunity

Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Company Description

Greenberg, Grant & Richards, Inc. is an accounts receivable and commercial collection firm and the leader in our industry! We have offices in Austin, Houston, Denver, and Tampa. We have been an industry leader for over 30 years and set the bar for collecting other companies commercial accounts receivable issues. Our focus is solely business to business. Looking at our next 30 years we are focusing on expansion and bringing on board the next generation of employees. We currently have over 10,000 active clients and we collect over 100 million dollars a year for our clients. If you are looking to get into a “Recession and Pandemic Proof Industry”, this is the place for you! Once you get in, you’ll never leave.

If you are in car sales, you only get your customer back every 3-5 years. If you are in home sales, you only get your customer back every 10 years. In commercial collections, once you land a client, your client comes back every month. They place accounts every day and they are never taken from you.