Credit Specialist- Bilingual

Wajax; Remote; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial products provider is seeking a Credit Specialist to perform credit duties for assigned accounts. Responsibilities include processing credit requests, managing order releases, and conducting credit reviews. The ideal candidate is bilingual in French and has prior experience in accounts receivable. This remote position offers a competitive compensation package, including health benefits, training, and exclusive discounts with various service providers.

Benefits

Competitive health and dental benefits

Wajax led e-learning and product training

Exclusive discounts with various manufacturers

Recognition program for points earned

Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Bilingual in French (advanced) both written and spoken.
• Previous experience in an accounts receivable Credit department required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process incoming credit requests and new credit applications.
• Releasing orders for internal customers.
• Conduct scheduled credit reviews of existing customers.

Skills

Bilingual in French (advanced)

Experience in accounts receivable

Proficient in MS Office

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to problem solve

Aptitude for learning ERP platforms

Education

CCP designation or enrollment

Job description

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Credit Manager, the Credit Specialist is responsible for performing credit duties for accounts assigned within a credit portfolio at Wajax Limited. The key tasks for the position are the timely completion of credit applications, on demand and annual credit reviews, customer order releases and managing account holds.

The Role

• Process incoming credit requests and new credit applications.
• Releasing orders for internal customers.
• Complete update reviews on pending orders when required.
• Perform scheduled credit reviews of existing customers.
• Communicate with collections department when required.
• Placing accounts on and releasing accounts from order holds.
• Conduct business within established authority levels.
• Represent the company in a professional and ethical manner and maintain effective relationships with internal departments and staff while maintaining confidentiality.

The Candidate

• Bilingual in French (advanced) both written and spoken.
• Previous experience in an accounts receivable Credit department required.
• CCP designation or enrollment in the CCP program considered an asset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in all aspects of MS office – Intermediate level.
• Excellent interpersonal skills along with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to review data, problem solve and provide recommendations.
• Ensure presentation of information is professional, timely, and accurate.
• Aptitude for learning multiple ERP platforms and other credit software.
• Familiar with commercial credit reporting documents.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Bilingual French/English.
• This role is remote and can be located anywhere in Ontario or Quebec.

The Company

Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast. We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas – to name a few. Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward. People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables.

Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.”

Highlights Include

• Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.
• Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
• Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
• Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.
• Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program.

By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview.

As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening.

Together we get more done.