Credit Specialist (Calgary South)

Trail Appliances; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Personal care days

Statutory holidays off

Employee & family assistance program

Staff incentives and rewards

Employee discounts

Job summary

Trail Appliances in Calgary seeks a Credit Specialist to manage commercial accounts receivable, ensuring accurate billing, timely payments, and strong relationship building with customers and builders. Reporting to the Credit Manager, you will reconcile invoices, resolve discrepancies, and collaborate with accounting, sales, and builder administration to support smooth invoicing.

This full-time role offers benefits, mentorship, and growth opportunities in a team that values integrity and

Qualifications

• Prior experience in collections or credit roles is essential.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented, discreet, and able to handle sensitive information.
• Proficiency with Excel and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts receivable for assigned commercial accounts.
• Maintain accurate billing records and resolve payment issues.
• Reconcile invoices and payments, process adjustments and write-offs as needed.
• Prepare account reconciliations and audit-ready backup.
• Collaborate with accounting, sales, and builder teams for timely invoicing.

Skills

Credit collections experience

Communication skills

Teamwork confidentiality

Excel (intermediate-advanced)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Who we are:

At Trail Appliances, we are committed to providing our customers with unparalleled customer service, competitive pricing, and expert advice. We pride ourselves on our strong family values and collaborative work culture that values respect, integrity, diversity, passion, and laughter. These values have helped us build a reputation as an industry leader.

The position:

We are seeking a Credit Specialist to join our team and play a vital role in managing Accounts Receivable for our commercial accounts. Reporting to the Credit Manager, you will ensure the efficient and timely processing of billing and documentation while building effective relationships with customers, builders, and co-workers. Your attention to detail, strong communication skills, and commitment to accuracy will contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional service and value to every customer.

What we offer:

We offer excellent training, competitive benefits, and the support you need to succeed, including mentorship and ongoing growth opportunities.

• Health & dental benefits
• Personal care days
• Statutory holidays off
• Employee & family assistance program
• Staff incentives and rewards
• Employee discounts

What you’ll be doing:

• Accounts Receivable Management: Oversee assigned accounts, ensuring accurate billing, timely payments, and resolution of outstanding issues while maintaining detailed records in Syspro.
• Customer Service: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, builders, and businesses by addressing inquiries, resolving concerns, and providing exceptional support
• Invoice and Payment Reconciliation: Investigate and resolve discrepancies, shortages, and overages in invoices, and process adjustments, write-offs, and project billing as needed.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare account reconciliations, manage organized customer files, and provide accurate backup documentation for audits or vendor discrepancies.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with accounting, sales, service, and builder administration teams to ensure cohesive account management and timely invoicing.

What you need to be successful:

• Experience: Prior experience in collections or credit roles is essential, with a proven ability to manage overdue accounts and negotiate payment arrangements. Experience in finance roles is an asset, and prior billing experience is strongly preferred.
• Communication and Problem-Solving: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve issues effectively and professionally.
• Teamwork and Confidentiality: Proven ability to collaborate with others while handling sensitive information with discretion.
• Detail-Oriented and Efficient: Strong sense of urgency and commitment to accuracy in managing tasks and processes.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in computer applications, particularly Excel (intermediate to advanced level).

Availability:

This is a full-time position and will require you to be available:

Monday to Friday 7:30am to 4:30pm

What to expect from us:

• Application review: Once you apply, our team will review your application and let you know whether you will be moving forward.
• One-way video interview: If selected, you’ll be invited to complete a short one-way video interview at your convenience.
• In-person interview: Successful candidates will be invited to a second interview with our team.
• Final decision: We’ll make a final decision and give you a call to let you know the outcome.

We value diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.