BSC, HND or an ND holder in accounting, business management, or a similar field.

Excellent negotiating skills.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Familiarity with state debt collection laws.

Knowledge of payment plans and accounting procedures.

Knowledge of office and accounting software.

Patience and resilience.

Reviewing the company debtor list.

Contacting customers and informing them of their overdue bills.

Advising customers on their payment options and suggesting methods of payments.

Negotiating suitable payment plans.

Maintaining customer payment records.

Preparing customer financial statements for banks and the state credit department.

Writing final notice warnings to customers when payments are not being made.

Instituting legal action when customers fail to pay their debt.

Responding to customer queries.

Contacting lawyers and insurance agencies to facilitate payments.