Collections Specialist
Job Summary
Randstad Canada is seeking a French Bilingual Collections Specialist for a client in Mississauga. The ideal candidate brings at least three years of high-volume collections experience and strong accounting knowledge. Responsibilities include managing overdue accounts, communicating with clients in both French and English, and resolving payment discrepancies.
Responsibilities
- Monitor AR aging and manage collections on overdue accounts
- Chase overdue invoices via phone, email and written communication
- Lead customer communications for payment follow up and disputes
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies efficiently
Required Skills
- 3+ years of collections experience
- Bilingual (French and English)
- Strong understanding of AR processes
- Good working knowledge of accounting systems and Excel
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Monitor AR aging and manage collections on overdue accounts
- Chase overdue invoices via phone, email and written communication
- Lead customer communications related to payment follow up, disputes, and resolution of outstanding balances (negotiation of payment plans may be necessary)
- Maintain accurate records of all credit control activity by using our group collections tool (cash on time)
- Provide regular updates on outstanding debts to the finance team, informing them of any risks to enable bad debt provisions to be taken
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies efficiently
- Collaborate with internal departments (Sales and Operations) to resolve complex or escalated AR issues impacting payment
- Ensure compliance with company policies
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in a similar role
- Bilingualism (French and English) is required. This position involves regular verbal and written communication with non-French-speaking clients across Canada regarding account management and collection activities
- Strong understanding of AR processes and cash collection metrics (including DSO)
- Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to manage customer conversations
- Good working knowledge of accounting systems and Excel
- A proactive approach to problem solving and attention to detail
- Comfortable working autonomously with minimal supervision
Advantages
- Unlimited Free Access to Udemy
- Collaborative team environment
- Easily accessible by public transit