Collections Specialist

The Portfolio Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Human Resources Services seeks a Senior Recruitment Partner to oversee collections and maintain client relationships in Toronto. The role requires a detail-oriented professional with at least 5 years of experience in collections, focusing on customer service and effective communication. Key responsibilities include managing the collections process and supporting clients with payment solutions.

Benefits

Day off on your birthday

Enhanced health and dental coverage

RRSP Matching Program

Increased vacation days based on years of service

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a collections role.
• Strong ability to resolve challenging customer issues.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the collections process and client communications.
• Negotiate payment terms with clients according to procedures.
• Prepare reports for leadership review.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$55,000.00/yr - CA$65,000.00/yr

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Senior Recruitment Partner at The Portfolio Group | Client Solutions

The role of a Collections Administrator is pivotal in maintaining positive client relationships while ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances.

You will be working full-time in office, in Downtown Toronto; just off of Union station.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, takes initiative, and communicates effectively. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic yet structured environment and bring proven experience in collections and customer service. You will be responsible for a variety of duties, including data entry, cash reconciliation, and contract cancellations, while working closely with a collaborative team. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle sensitive client matters with care and professionalism are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the collections process for clients
• Deliver outstanding customer service (“Super Duper Service”) with a clear understanding of service level agreements and client relationship protocols.
• Reach out to clients regarding overdue balances, payments, and service-related questions.
• Negotiate payment terms and solutions with clients in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain account aging in line with company standards.
• Handle client communications and accurately document updates across multiple platforms.
• Prepare and manage the daily pre-authorized debit (PAD) report in Excel for leadership review.
• Investigate and address billing discrepancies and invoice concerns.
• Process payments received via PAD, credit card, or cheque.
• Set up client payment plans in accordance with contractual terms.
• Coordinate with internal departments including service and legal teams.
• Perform a range of administrative and financial tasks as needed.

Performance Expectations:

• Meet individual KPIs and service standards for internal and external clients.
• Deliver strong performance in areas such as customer communication, cash collection, arrears management, direct debit setup, outbound call volumes, debtor aging, and collections efficiency.
• Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a collections role.
• Strong ability to resolve challenging customer issues with professionalism.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
• Advanced analytical thinking and investigative research skills.

Perks and benefits

• Perks: Day off on your birthday, enhanced benefits including health and dental coverage, RRSP Matching Program, downtown location, and increased vacation days based on years of service.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Customer Service

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

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