key responsibilities ◦ Partnering with customers to develop relationships and provide a superior level of service. ◦ Confirming payment schedules and amounts or determining reasons for slow or short payments to ensure collection of outstanding invoiced amounts. ◦ Reconciling customer accounts and making follow-up calls to identify and solve any payment issues. ◦ Liaising with site managers and other internal departments on collection efforts and providing relevant reports. ◦ Making collection calls on overdue accounts and providing updates on key accounts as needed. ◦ Distributing account statements to clients on a weekly/monthly basis. ◦ Maintaining comprehensive collection notes on all customer contact and documenting files regarding outstanding issues. ◦ Preparing write-off reports for approval. ◦ Requesting credit reports on an as needed basis to determine or update credit limits on client accounts. ◦ Providing vacation coverage for other team members ◦ Performing other duties as assigned
key requirements ◦ College or University education required; a focus on accounting and business courses an asset ◦ Minimum of 6- 8 years Accounts Receivable experience, dealing with complex/high volume customer accounts ◦ Proven experience providing a high level of customer service both internally and externally in a positive and professional manner. ◦ Takes initiative, is proactive and results oriented ◦ Intermediate or advanced Excel skills required. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook. ◦ Experience using Epicor and Truckmate an asset. ◦ Experience in a similar industry would be an asset (i.e. warehousing, 3rd party logistics, and transportation). ◦ Working knowledge of French, written and verbal, an asset. ◦ Solid communication skills -- both verbal and written; ability to communicate effectively throughout all levels of the organization. ◦ Strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to work in a fast paced, high volume environment.