Accounts Receivable Specialist

EXP; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering consulting firm is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist in Burnaby, BC. This role involves managing outstanding accounts, communicating with project managers, and ensuring timely collection of payments. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 3-6 years of experience in collections. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, along with strong communication skills. This position offers a salary range of $48,000 to $52,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-6 years’ experience in a Collections role.
• Self-motivated with independent work habits.
• Experience in a fast-paced office and deadline oriented.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Project Managers regarding outstanding accounts.
• Track client accounts and review past due accounts.
• Notify debtors of past-due payments via various channels.
• Prepare reports related to collection work.

Skills

Organization skills

Collection understanding

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma (College diploma in finance or accounting)

Tools

Deltek Vantage Point software

Job description

Overview

Accounts Receivable Specialist
Burnaby, BC

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.

Are you ready to design your future?

Be our next Accounts Receivable Specialist!

Your work environment at EXP

In this role, you will be joining the Finance group supporting our Central and Western Canada.

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate with Project Managers and Sector Leads regarding outstanding accounts receivables
• Keeping track of client accounts, keeping records current, and reviewing accounts that are past due to make sure the proper action is taken
• Notifying debtors of past-due payments and accounts by phone, mail, and email, as well as conducting prompt follow-up if a response is not received
• Providing thorough customer reconciliations and statements as needed, settling payment disputes, and processing payments and refunds
• Locating and tracking down debtors to work out payment terms
• If necessary, coordinating with the credit and sales divisions. Recommending further action or ceasing service when payment is late
• Preparing reports related to collection work for Western Canada and Ontario regions
• Write off any uncollectible receivables, labor, or expenses, as directed by the appropriate person
• Perform additional assignments, as directed by the Collection Manager
• Communicate and coordinate with the local offices
• Update account status records and collection efforts

Qualifications

• High school diploma (College diploma in finance or accounting)
• Minimum 3-6 years’ experience in a Collections role
• Good organization and scheduling skills
• Understands collections
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel is required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with independent work habits
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience working in a fast-paced office and deadline oriented
• Working knowledge of Deltek Vantage Point software is a definite asset
• Strong written and communication skills

The salary range for this role is between $48,000 to $52,000. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.

EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: [e-mail]