PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Amber Smith

DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES
Dayton,OH
13
years of professional experience

Detail-oriented financial operations professional with nearly four years of progressive experience at Discover, advancing through five roles from Collections Specialist to Reconciliation Analyst. Experienced in back-office operations, account maintenance, document review and verification, legal documentation, data accuracy, system updates, vendor and attorney-related processes, and handling sensitive financial information. Strong track record of learning new processes, maintaining accurate records, following compliance and quality procedures, and resolving account-related issues with minimal supervision.

Work History

Reconciliation Analyst

2 Years 11 Months
DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES | 09.2023 - Current
  • Process legal consolidator Power of Attorney and attorney representation documents, reviewing and verifying documentation for accuracy.
  • Update attorney, representative, and account information in company systems based on verified documentation.
  • Add and verify Do Not Contact requests to ensure account records accurately reflect communication restrictions.
  • Maintain accurate records through detailed document review, data validation, and system updates.

Senior Vendor Liaison

6 Months
DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES | 03.2024 - 09.2024
  • Supported accounts placed with attorneys and third-party collection agencies by providing accurate account information and guidance.
  • Assisted with judgment handling, including satisfying judgments associated with attorney-placed accounts.
  • Created and proofread settlement and paid-in-full letters to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Updated account and legal information in company systems.

Senior Collections Specialist

6 Months
DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES | 03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Managed inbound and outbound customer calls regarding delinquent accounts.
  • Collected payments and established payment arrangements while providing professional customer service.
  • Enrolled eligible accounts in applicable payment programs and assisted with account maintenance.
  • Activated customer cards and completed account servicing requests.

Collections Specialist

6 Months
DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES | 09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Handled inbound and outbound calls related to delinquent customer accounts.
  • Collected payments and established payment arrangements based on customer circumstances.
  • Assisted with account maintenance, card activation, and customer account servicing.
  • Enrolled eligible accounts in payment programs.

Production Associate

3 Years
Norwood Medical | 09.2019 - 09.2022
  • Operated automatic and semi-automatic production equipment while following established procedures and safety standards.
  • Completed product assembly and inspected finished products for quality and design conformance.
  • Troubleshot equipment issues and moved materials between machines, conveyors, and transport equipment to meet production needs.
  • Participated in regular training to expand machine-operating skills and maintain production standards.

Event Staff Member

2 Years 5 Months
Rose Music Center | 04.2019 - 09.2021
  • Greeted guests, reviewed tickets, provided directions, and delivered customer support during events.
  • Set up and packed event equipment and maintained clean, organized areas.
  • Monitored patrons for compliance with safety procedures and helped resolve guest concerns.

Sales Associate

8 Months
Old Navy | 03.2019 - 11.2019
  • Assisted customers with product selection, questions, promotions, and payment transactions.
  • Maintained merchandise recovery, displays, and store organization to support sales and productivity.
  • Used technology resources to locate products and assist customers.

Nanny

5 Years 8 Months
Private Family | 11.2013 - 07.2019
  • Provided safe, structured care for two children and maintained daily routines during parental absences.
  • Supported hygiene, transportation, activities, and age-appropriate development in a safe environment.

Server

5 Months
Skyline Chili | 04.2013 - 09.2013
  • Provided customer service, processed orders and payments using POS terminals, and resolved order concerns.
  • Recommended specials and maintained a clean, well-stocked service area.

Education

High School Diploma

Piqua Christian School | Piqua, OH | 05.2012

Skills

Back-Office Operations
Financial Operations
Account Maintenance
Document Review & Verification
Data Entry & Accuracy
Legal Documentation
Reconciliation Support
Account Research
System & Records Maintenance
Vendor & Attorney Coordination
Quality & Compliance
Process Adherence
Customer Account Servicing
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Written Communication

Timeline

Senior Vendor Liaison

DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES
03.2024 - 09.2024Read More

Reconciliation Analyst

DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES
09.2023 - CurrentRead More

Senior Collections Specialist

DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES
03.2023 - 09.2023Read More

Collections Specialist

DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES
09.2022 - 03.2023Read More

Production Associate

Norwood Medical
09.2019 - 09.2022Read More

Event Staff Member

Rose Music Center
04.2019 - 09.2021Read More

Sales Associate

Old Navy
03.2019 - 11.2019Read More

Nanny

Private Family
11.2013 - 07.2019Read More

Server

Skyline Chili
04.2013 - 09.2013Read More

Piqua Christian School

High School Diploma
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Amber Smith