Collections Clerk

Job Overview:
The Collections Clerk will be responsible for ensuring timely collection of payments from customers, resolving payment discrepancies, and maintaining accurate records of all transactions. A Collections Clerk must have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

**Responsibilities**:

- Monitor and manage the accounts receivable process, including all outstanding invoices and delinquent accounts.
- Maintain accurate records of all collection activities, including correspondence and payment details.
- Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies or disputes, working closely with customers and internal departments to reach a resolution.
- Provide regular updates to management on the status of outstanding accounts and any potential risks or issues.
- Collaborate with the Project team to develop strategies to improve the collections process and minimize bad debt.
- Generate and analyze collection reports, identifying trends and patterns to improve collection efforts.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements related to collections and debt recovery.
- Assist with credit reviews and evaluations of new and existing customers to determine credit limits and terms.
- Work closely with the accounting team to reconcile customer accounts and ensure accurate posting of payments.
- Prepare various financial reports as requested by the Chief Financial Officer.
- Provides back-up to the Accounting Staff and general accounting duties as required.

**Experience**:

- High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is preferred.
- Proven experience working in collections or account’s receivable role, in the construction industry.
- Familiarity with accounting principles and practices.
- Knowledge of credit and collection processes and best practices.
- Familiarity with debt collection laws and regulations.
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in using accounting software and database management systems like QuickBooks at an intermediate level.
- Computer literate, including effective working knowledge and skills of MS Office software.
- Experience with fully integrated computer operating systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of accepted accounting standards, practices, tax laws, and reporting requirements.
- High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning to identify root causes and resolution of issues.
- Proven ability to build strong working relationships, internal and external to the organization.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
- Knowledge of standard office procedures and practices.
- Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to and learn new software.
- Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.
- Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.
- Able to work effectively with all levels of the company.
- Able to maintain confidential information.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.

At bmg. Glass + Aluminum Inc. we are proud to offer competitive compensation, group benefits, RRSP and DPSP contributions, employee events, educational advancement opportunities and much more.

bmg. Glass + Aluminum Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. bmg. Glass + Aluminum Inc. is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Upon request by the applicant, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact the Human Resources department with any accommodation requests.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with us.

Pay: $37,302.41-$45,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Collections or Accounts Receivable: 1 year (required)
- QuickBooks: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person