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Jennifer Estevez

Jennifer Estevez

Chicago,IL

Summary

A highly skilled and motivated professional in the credit and collections industry looking for an opportunity to excel in my career. I manage and work to directly improve the activities of the credit department. I have expertise in reviewing credit applications, evaluating customer accounts, appraising credit reports, handling escalated delinquent accounts and managing the flow of the collection department along with ensuring all staff is abiding by collection policies according to procedures of the organization including conducting credit investigations and collecting delinquent accounts and communicate all credit related issues to senior management. I have conducted wage garnishments in a legal procedure in which a person's earnings are required by court order to be withheld by an employer for the payment of a debt.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Credit Repair Supervisor

Credit Repair Specialist
03.2017 - 03.2024

Responsible for generating,evaluating and reviewing reports for financial collection accounts,consumer/business delinquent accounts,credit reports,vendor client accounts. Set policies and procedures given by the organization to prepare and monitor all financial ,fiscal documentation,statistical and analytical collection reporting. Directs ,manages and coordinates the work flow of the collection staff and supervises the functioning of each assigned area. Mentoring new employees , developing training modules, implementing industry changes within the collections department,recruiting qualified collections staff and reviewing monthly performance of assigned staff. Ensures that all collection staff is operating in accordance to policies and procedures of the department as well as within the organization.

Collection Team Lead

Unifin Recovery Services
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Managed escalated customer issues professionally, resolving disputes effectively while maintaining positive client relations.
  • Reduced outstanding debts through effective negotiation and timely follow-ups with delinquent customers.
  • Spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing employee morale, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged teamwork and collaboration.
  • Assisted management in setting realistic targets and goals, leading to improved collection rates.

Credit and Collections Account Manager

PN Financial
01.2009 - 01.2015
  • Responsible for generating, reviewing and evaluating reports for financial collection accounts, consumer/business delinquent accounts, credit reports, and vendor client accounts
  • Set policies and procedures given by the organization to prepare and monitor all financial, fiscal documentation, statistical and analytical collection reporting
  • Directs, manages and coordinates the work flow of collection staff and supervises the functioning of each assigned area
  • Mentoring new employees, developing ongoing training modules, implementing industry changes within the collection department, recruiting qualified collection staff and reviewing monthly performance of assigned staff
  • Ensures that all collection staff is operating in accordance to policies and procedures of the department as well as within the organization.

Supervisor of Collections

Van Ru Credit Corp
01.1998 - 01.2006

Managing collections floor and making sure all collections Law is followed along with assisting in call centers escalation calls. Recruiting experienced staff. Training on the system and collection and state laws. Payment processing and settlement approvals.

Education

CMA - Medical Assisting/Phlebotomist

Illinois School of Healthcare Careers
Rosemont, IL
12.2006

Skills

  • Bilingual/ Fluent in spanish
  • Referrals available upon request

Timeline

Credit Repair Supervisor

Credit Repair Specialist
03.2017 - 03.2024

Collection Team Lead

Unifin Recovery Services
01.2015 - 01.2017

Credit and Collections Account Manager

PN Financial
01.2009 - 01.2015

Supervisor of Collections

Van Ru Credit Corp
01.1998 - 01.2006

CMA - Medical Assisting/Phlebotomist

Illinois School of Healthcare Careers
Jennifer Estevez