Accounts Receivable/Collections Specialist

Applied Industrial Technologies - Canada; Saskatoon; Remote; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor in Canada is seeking an Accounts Receivable/Collections Specialist. This full-time position can be remote, hybrid, or office-based. The role involves managing delinquent accounts, contacting customers, and resolving payment disputes. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and bonuses

Health, vision, dental, and RRSP with company match

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities

Community involvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in accounts receivable collections.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, and SAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review assigned accounts daily to prevent late payments.
• Contact customers to arrange collection of past due accounts.
• Reconcile and resolve customer payment disputes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

SAP

Job description

Accounts Receivable/Collections Specialist

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Our Purpose is to help our Customers, our Associates, our Suppliers, our Communities, and our Shareholders in Achieving Superior Performance! This is what Applied Canada stands for. Applied is a leading distributor of bearings, power transmission products, engineered fluid power components, and systems, as well as other industrial supplies, serving MRO and OEM customers. With over 50 facilities across Canada and 650 Associates, we support industries such as steel, mining, forestry, agriculture, automotive, oil and gas, food processing, power generation, pulp and paper, and transportation. We also provide engineering, design, and systems integration for industrial, fluid power, and flow control applications, along with customized shop services.

We are currently seeking a qualified and motivated individual for the role of Collections Specialist. This is a full-time position that can be fully remote, hybrid, or based in an office. Your home location is flexible within any metropolitan area where Applied operates.

The Collections Specialist is responsible for reducing delinquency for assigned accounts through correspondence (email and phone) within a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review assigned accounts daily to prevent late payments and resolve past-due balances.
• Contact customers to arrange collection of past due accounts.
• Reconcile and resolve customer payment disputes.
• Investigate root causes for non-payment.
• Update account status and database regularly.
• Maintain documentation of customer correspondence.
• Communicate collection strategies with management.
• Prepare reports and handle ad hoc duties as needed.
• Meet department goals and activity metrics.
• Analyze account information and recommend solutions or process improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in accounts receivable collections.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, and SAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude, team player, and ability to work independently.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
• Effective interaction with customers, colleagues, and management.
• Experience with SAP is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and bonuses.
• Health, vision, dental, and RRSP with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and development opportunities.
• Community involvement initiatives.

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industry: Wholesale