AR Credit and Collections Specialist

Aecon Concessions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon is seeking an AR Credit and Collections Specialist in Toronto to manage customer portfolios with a focus on credit risk assessments and collections. The role requires 5+ years in accounts receivable and credit, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in SAP and Excel. Aecon emphasizes safety, integrity, and continuous improvement, fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive.

Benefits

Investment in mental, emotional, and physical well-being

Career development programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AR with large volume accounts.
• 3+ years of credit experience; analyzing customer financial data.
• Effective communication skills to convey methodologies clearly.

Responsibilities

• Manage quality portfolios and perform credit risk assessments.
• Monitor and collect accounts receivable to secure prompt payments.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external customers to resolve billing issues.

Skills

Analytical Ability

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Advanced Excel

Job description

It has come to our attention that various international organizations or individuals have been offering false employment opportunities at Aecon Group Inc. Aecon Group Inc. employment policies and processes involve interviews, and candidates who seek employment are never required to pay us any sum of money. To do so would be contrary to our business conduct guidelines and ethical practices. We also do not extend formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through social media or social chat platforms.

We take this matter extremely seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to shut down such fraudulent schemes. Please remain vigilant on this matter and report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities and email any concerns [e-mail]

Location:

Toronto, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Finance

Position Title: AR Credit and Collections Specialist

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction.With a strong commitment to operating responsiblyby minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

The Credit and Collections Specialist is responsible for managing quality portfolios with a proactive collection approach. Focus required on analyzing thepaying habits of customers, review customer files, evaluate records, interpret and analyze credit reports and make the necessary recommendations to mitigate risk.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Performs credit risk assessments; research and obtain appropriate credit information to rate credit worthiness of new and existing accounts and makes recommendations of credit limit for approval
• Communicates company policies regarding credit, invoicing and payment terms to ensure account payments are received within established terms
• Good understanding of cash flow reports, financial ratios, trends, etc., successfully analyze and interpret business financial statements and/or other credit information
• Perform credit reviews annually, or as required / make recommendations on revisions
• Monitors exposure levels to mitigate Credit Risk
• Monitors and collects accounts receivable balances; secures prompt payment from customers while employing commercial sensitivity, business acumen, and good judgment
• Responsible for reducing delinquency for assigned accounts; meets defined departmental goals
• Provides timely updates on collection activity; clear and timely notes maintained in system
• Provides collection status to management during reviews; takes necessary action to drive improvement
• Provides exceptional customer service; develops effective working relationships with internal and external customers
• Works with the customer to determine root cause of dispute for unpaid or short-paid invoices; identifies and documents detailed reason
• Collaborates closely with Operations on customer billing issues including: contract related questions, adjustments, pricing, disputes, and other miscellaneous issues to drive timely resolution
• Prepares and monitors rolling cash forecast, works with the finance team to improve overall cash flow
• Prepares AR Reporting / Metrics
• Participates and/or leads process improvement initiatives as required

What You Bring to the Team:

• 5+ years of experience working in AR and dealing with large volume accounts
• 3+ years of Credit experience (analysis of customer financial data / third-party credit agency information)
• Previous experience with SAP
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS office, advanced Excel is required
• Strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills to interpret data and draw conclusions
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management to accomplish goals and objectives
• Proven effective business writing and professional communication skills; ability to communicate ideas and methodologies clearly to a variety of audiences
• Strong attention to detail and goal oriented
• High degree of dedication, ownership and initiative
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Experience in other general accounting activities (Billing, AP, Forecasting, Analysis) is preferred

Aecon fosters diversity , inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.