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Sonya R. Hart

Sonya R. Hart

Humble,TX

Summary

Experienced professional in the Credit and Collections Industry with expertise in Accounts Receivables, Collections, Audits, and Compliance. Completed Dun and Bradstreet CEU Course work, demonstrating proficiency in Cash Posting, Reconciling, and Bad Debt Reserve Analysis Reports. Recognized for strong communication skills and ability to work well within a team. Proficient in SAP, JD Edwards, Sales Force, Oracle, and AS400 Accounting Software. Also experienced in safely transporting patients and medical supplies to various locations. Utilizes effective communication to manage schedules and ensure timely deliveries. In-depth knowledge of healthcare protocols and regulations ensures compliance and safety in all operations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Driver (Supplemental Part Time)

Uber
01.2019 - Current
  • Responded to Uber dispatched rider request for the community.
  • Rated top diamond performer for providing safe rides, pleasant and excellent customer service.
  • Strategically planned routes.
  • Utilized marketing skills by staying abreast with leads, high demand areas to include airports, events, and hotel districts.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services to medical appointments.
  • Reduced missed appointments by effectively communicating with patients and medical facilities regarding schedules and changes.
  • Developed strong rapport with regular clients leading to increased trust between driver-patient relationships.
  • Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices for safe and efficient patient transportation.
  • Assisted patients with mobility issues, ensuring safe transfers to and from the vehicle using appropriate equipment when necessary.
  • Supported continuous process improvement efforts by providing feedback on current procedures based on firsthand experience transporting patients.
  • Maintained accurate records of mileage, trip logs, and vehicle maintenance for proper documentation and reporting purposes.
  • Enhanced patient comfort during transport by maintaining a clean and well-organized vehicle.
  • Maintained flexible availability to accommodate on-call hours.

Performing Loan Consultant-Collections

Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Review loan information, assist borrowers with escrow shortages, projections, insurance and tax inquiries.
  • Made collections calls to cure delinquencies.
  • Worked automatic dialer and special manual dial projects to cure multi-due payments, ACH Fails, and NSF Recoveries.
  • Modification work out plans, according to the borrower's financial hardship needs.
  • Advised borrower of Foreclosure Alternatives, Deferments, and Repayment Plans.
  • Increased client retention rates by offering exceptional service and fostering strong relationships.
  • Assisted clients in securing loans by providing personalized guidance and identifying suitable products.
  • Exceeded sales goals through proactive networking and lead generation initiatives.
  • Interviewed prospective customers to discuss financial goals and means surrounding loans.

Credit Analyst (Temporary)

Sysco Food Service
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Processed credit applications, credit holds and releases.
  • Made collections calls, credit and debit memos worked with sales team regarding reconciliation issues and account write-offs.
  • Assessed credit risk and analyzed financial statements.
  • Analyzed credit scores to determine borrowers' creditworthiness.
  • Reviewed credit reports to comprehensively view borrowers' credit history and identify potential red flags.
  • Conducted financial review of customer lines of credit by assessing company financials and initiating credit application reviews.
  • Monitored credit accounts routinely to identify and mitigate issues and prevent losses.
  • Enhanced credit risk assessment by conducting thorough financial statement analysis and cash flow projections.
  • Ensured compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements through diligent documentation of all credit decisions.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for comprehensive client assessments, supporting informed decisionmaking.
  • Attended credit-related training and conferences to stay informed about industry trends and developments.

Sr. Reconciliation-Collections Specialist

ABM Aviation-Janitorial
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Performed extensive research for issues concerning unapplied cash.
  • Provided guidance to collectors on all accounts trending towards 180-360 days past due.
  • Identified payment discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Built courteous relationships with Account Managers.
  • Worked in call center environment handling manual and automatically dialed outbound calls.
  • Negotiated to collect balance in full.
  • Improved customer payment compliance through negotiating mutually agreeable repayment plans.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service on collection calls and maintained calm and professional demeanor.

Business Accounts- Collections Specialist

Gexa Energy-Capital Staffing
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Company Overview: Contract
  • Analyzed aging report, made collection calls on past due accounts.
  • Worked with billing, pricing, and utility companies regarding recourse and nonrecourse billing discrepancies.
  • Strategically planned workload for residential customers to safeguard against Suspend and Disconnect Status.
  • Provided back up support for Commercial and National Accounts.
  • Assist Delinquent team with back logs on disconnects.
  • Assist irate customers with understanding Budget Billing usage and Auto Bill Pay Fail delinquencies.
  • Contract
  • Worked in call center environment handling manual and automatically dialed outbound calls.
  • Negotiated to collect balance in full.
  • Improved customer payment compliance through negotiating mutually agreeable repayment plans.
  • Processed payments and applied to customer balances.
  • Reduced delinquency rates by implementing effective collection strategies and maintaining consistent follow-up procedures.
  • Cultivated a professional demeanor when dealing with difficult customers, displaying empathy while remaining assertive in achieving desired outcomes.
  • Boosted overall collection efforts through building strong relationships with clients that fostered trust and open communication lines.
  • Maintained compliance with state and federal regulations during all collections activities, ensuring ethical business practices.

Business Development Associate-Sales and Lease Advisor (Part Time)

Drive Time Acceptance Corp
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Managed the automatic dialer and email campaigns to promote sales and marketing efforts.
  • Generated and qualified leads via-cold calling and emails.
  • Partnered with Sales and the Service Team to communicate with prospects in the service department regarding vehicle trades.
  • Maintained accurate records of all prospecting activities using CRM software tools for effective lead tracking and follow-up efforts.
  • Contributed to annual sales targets by consistently meeting or exceeding individual performance goals across various territories.
  • Assisted in developing marketing materials that showcased our products and services effectively, attracting new clientele.
  • Reviewed invoices, payment requests, and expense reimbursements prior to approval.
  • Conducted market research and analysis to identify emerging trends and competitor activities, informing strategic business decisions.

Underwriter Credit and Collections Support

Houston International Insurance Group
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Collaborated with multiple underwriters in processing proposals and credit applications.
  • Reviewed credit application for full and complete information before sending to the UW.
  • Analyzed credit, income, compliance, title documents, and appraisals during underwriting process.
  • Documented underwriting decisions and provided evidence of compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and offering comprehensive explanations of underwriting decisions.
  • Made approval and denial recommendations by determining accurate risk levels.
  • Identified and resolved application discrepancies for accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Reduced company losses by identifying potential risks and recommending appropriate mitigating measures.
  • Examined credit reports, financial statements and tax returns to determine repayment capability.
  • Improved risk assessment accuracy by conducting thorough reviews of loan applications and financial documents.

Credit Collections Analyst-Team Lead

Fresh Start Construction
01.2006 - 01.2013
  • Placed calls to customers to effectively collect past due balances for five branches.
  • Handled 6 to 8 million dollars in open receivables, reduced the DSO by 3-million-dollars.
  • Developed strong working relationships with customers that facilitated open communication channels during sensitive financial negotiations.
  • Enhanced cash flow by analyzing and resolving outstanding account balances.
  • Maintained accurate records of client financial histories, enabling informed decision-making on future credit extensions.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to address credit-related issues, promoting positive customer relations.
  • Improved customer payment behavior with consistent follow-ups and negotiation tactics.
  • Supported internal departments in understanding the importance of proper credit management, contributing to overall financial stability within the organization.
  • Expedited dispute resolutions by liaising between customers and internal departments, ensuring accurate information exchange leading to swift settlements.

Education

Associates - General Studies

Lone Star College
North Houston, Tx
01.2027

Skills

  • Modifications
  • Retention
  • Reconciliations
  • Shared Servicing
  • Credit Collections
  • Escrow Analysis
  • Billing Change Orders
  • Construction Liens and Bonds
  • SAP
  • JD Edwards
  • Sales Force
  • Oracle
  • AS400 Accounting Software
  • Strong communication skills
  • Safe driving practices

Professional Highlights

  • Uber Limo, Medical Driver (Supplemental Part Time), 01/01/19, Present, Responded to Uber dispatched rider request for the community., Rated top diamond performer for providing safe rides, pleasant and excellent customer service., Strategically planned routes., Utilized marketing skills by staying abreast with leads, high demand areas to include airports, events, and hotel districts.
  • Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing, Performing Loan Consultant-Collections, 01/01/18, 12/31/20, Review loan information, assist borrowers with escrow shortages, projections, insurance and tax inquiries., Made collections calls to cure delinquencies., Worked automatic dialer and special manual dial projects to cure multi-due payments, ACH Fails, and NSF Recoveries., Modification work out plans, according to the borrower's financial hardship needs., Advised borrower of Foreclosure Alternatives, Deferments, and Repayment Plans.
  • Sysco Food Service, Credit Analyst (Temporary), 01/01/18, 12/31/18, Processed credit applications, credit holds and releases., Made collections calls, credit and debit memos., Worked with sales team regarding reconciliation issues and account write-offs.
  • ABM Aviation-Janitorial, Sr. Reconciliation-Collections Specialist, 01/01/17, 12/31/17, Performed extensive research for issues concerning unapplied cash., Provided guidance to collectors on all accounts trending towards 180-360 days past due., Identified payment discrepancies in a timely manner., Built courteous relationships with Account Managers.
  • Gexa Energy-Capital Staffing -Contract, Business Accounts- Collections Specialist, 01/01/16, 12/31/17, Analyzed aging report, made collection calls on past due accounts., Worked with billing, pricing, and utility companies regarding recourse and nonrecourse billing discrepancies., Strategically planned workload for residential customers to safeguard against Suspend and Disconnect Status., Provided back up support for Commercial and National Accounts., Assisted Delinquent team with back logs on disconnects., Assisted irate customers with understanding Budget Billing usage and Auto Bill Pay Fail delinquencies.
  • Drive Time Acceptance Corp, Business Development Associate-Sales and Lease Advisor (Part Time), 01/01/15, 12/31/16, Managed the automatic dialer and email campaigns to promote sales and marketing efforts., Generated and qualified leads via cold calling and emails., Partnered with Sales and the Service Team to communicate with prospects in the service department regarding vehicle trades.
  • Houston International Insurance Group, Underwriter Credit and Collections Support, 01/01/13, 12/31/14, Collaborated with multiple underwriters in processing proposals and credit applications., Reviewed credit application for full and complete information before sending to the UW.
  • Fresh Start Construction, Credit Collections Analyst-Team Lead, 01/01/06, 12/31/13, Placed calls to customers to effectively collect past due balances for five branches., Handled 6 to 8 million dollars in open receivables, reduced the DSO by 3-million-dollars.

Timeline

Medical Driver (Supplemental Part Time)

Uber
01.2019 - Current

Performing Loan Consultant-Collections

Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing
01.2018 - 01.2020

Credit Analyst (Temporary)

Sysco Food Service
01.2018 - 12.2018

Sr. Reconciliation-Collections Specialist

ABM Aviation-Janitorial
01.2017 - 12.2017

Business Accounts- Collections Specialist

Gexa Energy-Capital Staffing
01.2016 - 01.2017

Business Development Associate-Sales and Lease Advisor (Part Time)

Drive Time Acceptance Corp
01.2015 - 01.2016

Underwriter Credit and Collections Support

Houston International Insurance Group
01.2013 - 01.2014

Credit Collections Analyst-Team Lead

Fresh Start Construction
01.2006 - 01.2013

Associates - General Studies

Lone Star College
Sonya R. Hart