Collections Specialist

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

• Manage day-to-day client collections for a defined project portfolio
• Execute the standardized collection process for allocated business line portfolio
• Execute standard processes across all locations to ensure consistency and quality
• Implement best practices to drive collection efficiency and effectiveness
• Deliver key metrics to ensure compliance with service level agreements, KPIs, and benchmarks against industry leaders
• Execute collection processes and best practices for all billing types
• Interact with collection leaders regarding matters related to working capital management and portfolio performance
• Maintain detailed documentation and records of all collection activities, communications, and outcomes in compliance with company standards
• Identify and escalate complex collection issues to appropriate management levels and collaborate on resolution strategies
• Embrace an environment that encourages maximum productivity and service effectiveness, professional development, open communication, and teamwork
• Undertake appropriate training and knowledge transfer across all relevant business processes
• Deliver results in alignment with EMEA's financial targets and organizational objectives
• Adhere to all Sarbanes-Oxley, internal policies, audit procedures, and regulations to ensure full compliance; monitor established control points
• Maintain working knowledge of key statutory impacts on the collection process and communicate relevant updates to the team
• Collaborate with accounting, legal, and other departments to resolve billing disputes and ensure accurate revenue recognition

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Business Administration, or Finance
• Minimum 4-5 years of professional experience in finance, with at least 3 years in collections, revenue recognition, or financial analysis
• Proficiency in English at business professional level
• Demonstrated knowledge of collections processes and best practices
• Understanding of financial compliance requirements, including Sarbanes-Oxley regulations and audit procedures
• Experience working with key performance indicators (KPIs) and service level agreements (SLAs)

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing collection portfolios across multiple locations or business lines
• Familiarity with various billing types and revenue recognition methodologies
• Knowledge of working capital management principles
• Experience implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiency
• Project management experience within a finance or collections environment
• Certification in finance, accounting, or collections management
• Additional language proficiency beyond English

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, and service recognition awards.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.