Billing & Collections Administrator

Burckhardt Compression was founded in 1844 as a mechanical workshop and, in 2024, will be celebrating its 180th anniversary. Today, Burckhardt Compression is a worldwide market leader for reciprocating compressor systems and the only manufacturer and service provider that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Within Canada, Burckhardt Compression has a strong Services division in which we aim to provide one-stop reciprocating service for our customers. We are able to provide field service, repair and engineering/revamp services and spare parts for any brand of reciprocating compressor.

Burckhardt Compression (Canada) Inc. (BCCA) has an opening for a **Billing & Collections and or Field Service Administrator**, that will be directly reporting to the Director of Finance, this position is based in Edmonton, AB.

**Shifts**:
Monday - Friday: Start time can range between 6am and 8am.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Develops a strong understanding of our existing financial processes and systems;
- Builds relationships and fosters collaboration within all areas of the company;
- Applies internal policies, controls and procedures to ensure accurate billing;
- Identify areas for efficiencies and process improvements.
- Prepare all required documents to closeout completed Work Orders to invoice;
- Consolidate and analyze the data on factors that may affect cost (cost of materials, labour, shop rates etc.) with a focus on accuracy;
- Review completed work orders with low or high margins and collaborate with the applicable responsibility area to address issues or discrepancies prior to invoicing;
- Process paperwork into accurate billing format;
- Submit invoices to customers in a timely manner through various platforms;
- Respond to customer inquiries;
- Prepare and submit general ledger journal entries for approval;
- Provide support and guidance to co-workers;
- Monitoring, documenting, reporting and (collecting outstanding accounts receivable to achieve prompt collection of customer payments ensuring timely cashflow) OR (updating proforma's on Field Service jobs to ensure ongoing controls and accurate status of the jobs);
- Plans, manages and delivers on multiple areas simultaneously within agreed timelines;
- Responsibility for various month, quarter and year end working papers;
- Establish documentation of department processes and procedures.

**Required Skills & Knowledge**:

- Essential knowledge in the service of compressors preferred;
- Strong customer service focus for both internal and external customers and ability to work effectively and contribute within a diverse team;
- Highly detail-oriented with excellent organization, time management and prioritization skills and able to meet tight deadlines;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written);
- Ability to successfully adapt in deadline driven and changing environment;
- Ability to identify problems and also provide solutions;
- Proficient with Microsoft programs and other relevant service platforms;
- Knowledge of Traverse is preferred but not required;
- Highly self-motivated and detail oriented with proven ability to multi-task;
- Basic understanding of financial statements and budgeting;
- Proficient in English.

**Education & Experience**:

- 3 years of experience in accounting or office administration for small to mid-sized service organizations;
- Diploma in Business Administration is an asset;
- Experience in billing and or collections would be an asset.

**Why work at Burckhardt Compression?**

Our corporate culture is sustained by the skills and dedication of our employees. They are the foundation of our entrepreneurial success. We solve even the most intricate of challenges for our customers with passion and dedication creating lasting, dependable partnerships rooted in trust.

BCCA believes in promoting from within and takes great pride in the number of long term employees within our organization. We are proud of all our employee efforts and nothing gives us greater pride than seeing someone set a career goal and achieve it.

BCCA offers a competitive compensation package, employer-paid benefits program and a great work environment.
- Burckhardt Compression (Canada) Inc. would like to thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Edmonton, AB T6N 1B2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- accounting admin