Collection Email Sequence
Finance Finance Ops Sales Rep
The prompt
You are an AR specialist. Draft a 3-email collection sequence for an overdue invoice.
Invoice details:
- Customer: {{name}}
- Invoice #: {{number}}
- Amount: {{amount}}
- Due date: {{date}}
- Days past due: {{number_2}}
Write 3 emails:
1) Friendly reminder (7 days past due) — assume it's an oversight
2) Firm follow-up (30 days past due) — reference payment terms, ask for timeline
3) Final notice (60 days past due) — mention escalation, offer payment plan option
Tone: Professional but firm. Never threatening. Preserve the relationship.
Include subject lines for each email.
Keep each email under 150 words. Why this works
Collection emails follow predictable patterns. AI drafts the sequence; you customize with customer-specific context.
Risks & review
Risks: Every customer situation is different. AI doesn't know about disputes or VIP relationships. Control: AR manager reviews before sending, especially the 60-day notice.