Payments Specialist

AmTrav by Perk

Greater Chicago Area0–7 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn

Posted 13 Nov 2026, 14:03 ET

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Who can apply
New grads and up to 7 years
Must know
Lead generationWindows
Work
On-site in Greater Chicago Area
Pay
$20–$22 an hour
Skill demand
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About the Role

AmTrav, a subsidiary of Perk, is seeking new graduates for an entry-level Payments & Refunds Specialist position. This role is responsible for delivering AmTrav's highest standard of service, ensuring travelers' critical issues are resolved efficiently and with care. It is a back-office role where you will partner with hotels and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Make a high volume of outbound calls to hotels and travel vendors on behalf of travelers.
  • Contact hotels to obtain folios, receipts, and other required documentation.
  • Follow up with travelers and travel administrators to collect updated payment information.
  • Create and distribute pre-authorization forms, including prepaid payment forms and virtual credit cards.
  • Coordinate directly with hotels to resolve payment issues and assist with credit card reversals.
  • Maintain accurate records and provide timely updates to ensure a seamless traveler experience.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Proficient with Windows-based applications.
  • Comfortable working on a computer for extended periods.

Qualifications

  • Previous travel industry experience is a plus, but not required.
  • Spanish-language proficiency is a bonus but not required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to listen, empathize, and build rapport.
  • Comfortable receiving coaching and feedback in a performance-driven environment focused on continuous development.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume setting with minimal supervision.
  • A positive, professional, and customer-focused attitude.
  • Demonstrated ability to meet performance goals and maintain a strong, reliable work history.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Compensation

  • Hourly wage: $20-$22 per hour.
  • Compensation includes a combination of hourly pay and stock options.

Shift

  • Monday-Friday 12pm-9pm CST.
  • OFF: Saturday/Sunday.

Training Schedule

  • Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm CST for 4 weeks.

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