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Collections Specialist jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship are available at financial services firms, healthcare systems, and accounts-receivable outsourcing companies that structure the role around degree-level duties in finance or business administration. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application and I-129 petition on your behalf, with H-1B status granted for up to three years and extendable to six.
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Airgas is Hiring for a Collection Specialist Associate in Lawrenceville GA!
How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Collections Specialist is responsible for communicating with customers to collect on past due accounts.
- Monitor and manage assigned accounts.
- Contact customers on past due accounts via phone or email in a fast paced, goal oriented environment. Provide customer service regarding account and collection issues. Assist customers with account reconciliation questions and discrepancies as needed.
- Contact customer and resolve short payments/ remittance questions. Communicate closely with Cash applications team.
- Process customer refunds.
- Review and process account adjustments, credit memos and small balance write-offs.
- Accountable for reducing delinquency for assigned accounts.
- Review and release and/or hold customer orders based on account status (credit limit, past due invoices, etc). Work with Sales Dept to ensure that accounts are managed efficiently.
- Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with all other Depts (Sales, Billing, Shipping, Contracts).
- Must maintain collection percentages, AR over 60 days and bad debt levels as required by management. Must meet or exceed established goals.
- Other duties deemed appropriate and assigned by management.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- At least 5 years of commercial collection experience.
- An ability to see the credit operation as a financially oriented customer service function which balances cost control with support for the business.
- The successful candidate must have a strong “customer service” mindset and the ability to use collaborative and non adversarial approaches in achieving diverse goals.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Good organizational and people skills. The ability to work and navigate within a complex organization.
- Strong verbal and written communication and customer service skills and a quality mindset.
- The ability to adapt to a rapidly-changing environment and understand/utilize new technologies and tools.
BENEFITS
We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.
LOCATION
Location: Lawrenceville, GA - Sever Rd - Cust. installations
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.
INTRODUCTION
Airgas is Hiring for a Collection Specialist Associate in Lawrenceville GA!
How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Collections Specialist is responsible for communicating with customers to collect on past due accounts.
- Monitor and manage assigned accounts.
- Contact customers on past due accounts via phone or email in a fast paced, goal oriented environment. Provide customer service regarding account and collection issues. Assist customers with account reconciliation questions and discrepancies as needed.
- Contact customer and resolve short payments/ remittance questions. Communicate closely with Cash applications team.
- Process customer refunds.
- Review and process account adjustments, credit memos and small balance write-offs.
- Accountable for reducing delinquency for assigned accounts.
- Review and release and/or hold customer orders based on account status (credit limit, past due invoices, etc). Work with Sales Dept to ensure that accounts are managed efficiently.
- Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with all other Depts (Sales, Billing, Shipping, Contracts).
- Must maintain collection percentages, AR over 60 days and bad debt levels as required by management. Must meet or exceed established goals.
- Other duties deemed appropriate and assigned by management.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- At least 5 years of commercial collection experience.
- An ability to see the credit operation as a financially oriented customer service function which balances cost control with support for the business.
- The successful candidate must have a strong “customer service” mindset and the ability to use collaborative and non adversarial approaches in achieving diverse goals.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Good organizational and people skills. The ability to work and navigate within a complex organization.
- Strong verbal and written communication and customer service skills and a quality mindset.
- The ability to adapt to a rapidly-changing environment and understand/utilize new technologies and tools.
BENEFITS
We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.
LOCATION
Location: Lawrenceville, GA - Sever Rd - Cust. installations
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Collections Specialist
Frame your credentials around specialty occupation
Collections Specialist roles don't automatically qualify as a specialty occupation. Build your resume and cover letter around degree-level financial analysis, compliance, or credit risk functions rather than clerical collections tasks. USCIS scrutinizes whether a bachelor's degree in a specific field is genuinely required.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage tiers for collections roles in your target city before any offer discussion.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to identify financial services and healthcare employers that have already certified LCAs for collections or accounts-receivable roles. Prior filings signal an established sponsorship process and reduce the risk that an employer is unfamiliar with H-1B requirements.
Confirm each worksite appears on your LCA
If you'll work across multiple client sites or branch locations, each distinct worksite address requires its own certified LCA before you begin work there. Raise this with HR during the offer stage so your employer files amendments or new LCAs before any worksite change occurs.
Verify cap-subject timing with your employer early
Because the H-1B annual cap selection rules have changed recently, ask your sponsoring employer to confirm the current registration window and petition filing deadlines during initial offer conversations. Missing the registration period means waiting a full year for the next cycle.
Use O*NET to document degree-level duties
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your SOC code and identify tasks tied to financial analysis, regulatory compliance, or credit evaluation. Reference these specific duties in your job description documents to support the specialty occupation argument in USCIS's adjudication of your I-129 petition.
H-1B Visa Collections Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Collections Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Not automatically. USCIS requires that the position normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific related field, such as finance, accounting, or business administration. A generic collections role focused on phone outreach and payment posting won't qualify. Employers who sponsor successfully structure the job description around degree-level credit analysis, compliance oversight, or financial reporting duties that genuinely require that academic background.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Collections Specialists?
Financial services companies, hospital revenue-cycle departments, insurance carriers, and large accounts-receivable outsourcing firms are the most active sponsors. These employers typically have established immigration programs and HR teams experienced with LCA filings. Browse Migrate Mate to find employers in your target city that have a documented history of sponsoring collections and finance roles.
What documents should I prepare before approaching a potential sponsor?
Have official transcripts confirming your bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, along with any professional certifications such as a Certified Credit and Collection Professional credential. Prepare a detailed job description draft that ties your day-to-day duties to degree-level skills. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the specialty occupation connection isn't clearly documented from the start.
How does the LCA requirement work for a Collections Specialist position?
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL certifying that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your specific worksite location. The LCA is tied to that address, so if you move to a different office or client site, your employer must file a new or amended LCA before you work there. Certification typically takes about seven business days through the DOL's FLAG system.
How long does H-1B status last for a Collections Specialist, and can it be extended?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years, with one extension possible bringing the total to a six-year maximum under standard rules. Extensions beyond six years are available only if your employer has begun the green card process and specific milestones have been reached under AC21 portability provisions. Plan your sponsorship timeline with your employer well before the six-year limit approaches.