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Collection and Payment Specialist

Full Time

Location: Concordia Publishing House (CPH) – A Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod (LCMS) Organization

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Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for customer service and financial accuracy? Do you thrive in a mission-driven workplace where your work supports ministry and stewardship? If so, Concordia Publishing House (CPH) invites you to apply for our Collection and Payment Specialist position!

As the publishing arm of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS), CPH has been sharing the Gospel through Christ-centered resources for over 150 years. We're looking for a reliable and customer-focused individual to help manage customer payments, credit holds, and account follow-ups with professionalism and care.

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Why Join Us?

At CPH, we're more than just a publishing house, we're a community of believers dedicated to serving God's people. We offer:

✅ A mission-driven workplace: Every task supports ministry and Gospel outreach

✅ A collaborative and supportive work culture: We value integrity, service, and teamwork

✅ A generous benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness)
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement (including LCMS school tuition for your children!)
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with company match and pension contributions
• Life Insurance, Disability Income Protection, and Survivor Death Benefits
• A family-friendly environment that supports your personal and professional growth

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What You'll Do

As a Collection and Payment Specialist, you will:

🔹 Answer inbound customer calls and assist with payments, invoices, and account inquiries

🔹 Review and release orders on Credit Hold, including rush orders

🔹 Monitor and follow up on past due accounts (60+ days) with appropriate action

🔹 Investigate credit card issues, process chargebacks, and communicate resolutions

🔹 Assist with Lockbox payment processing and resolve discrepancies

🔹 Maintain timely and professional communication with customers via phone and voicemail

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What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, problem-solver, and team player who is committed to excellence and service. You should have:

✔️ High school diploma and two or more years of college (Bachelor's in business/accounting preferred)

✔️ At least 1 year of customer service experience (credit/collections experience preferred)

✔️ Strong written and verbal communication skills

✔️ Excellent organizational and time management abilities

✔️ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

✔️ A calm, professional demeanor and a heart for helping others

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Be Part of Something Bigger

At CPH, your work will do more than manage payments-it will help support churches, schools, and families in their mission to share the Gospel. If you're looking for a meaningful career where your skills make a difference, apply today and join a team that truly cares about faith, quality, and impact.

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Apply Today

📅 Apply now and become part of our mission at Concordia Publishing House! 👉 To apply visit https://cph.aaimtrack.com/jobs/