Finance Manager - Collections

IFG International Financial Group Ltd; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Collections Manager for a 6-month contract to cover maternity leave. This hybrid role involves managing a team, ensuring timely collections, and overseeing cash application activities. The ideal candidate will have experience in collections and people management and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in collections, cash application, and people management.
• Strong understanding of journal entries and accounting processes related to cash flow.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 10 cash applicators and credit collectors.
• Oversee and track collection activities and follow-ups.
• Provide regular reporting and updates to leadership on collection status.

Skills

Collections experience

People management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: Collections Manager (6-Month Contract - Maternity Leave Coverage)

Location: Hybrid (2 days/week in office)

Duration: 6 months

Job Summary: We are looking for a hands‑on Collections Manager to cover a maternity leave for a 6-month contract. This role is focused on people management, daily oversight, and ensuring timely collections and cash application activities. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented and thrives in a role where proactive follow‑up and team accountability are key to success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of 10 cash applicators and credit collectors, ensuring daily tasks are completed and collections are on track.
• Oversee and track collection activities, follow‑ups, write‑offs, and escalations.
• Maintain and review daily checklists to ensure accurate execution of tasks.
• Monitor and forecast incoming cash based on collection performance.
• Review and support journal entries related to cash application.
• Ensure adherence to internal processes and timelines.
• Provide regular reporting and updates to leadership on collection status and forecast variances.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in collections, cash application, and people management.
• Strong understanding of journal entries and accounting processes related to cash flow.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable with a hands‑on, detail‑oriented management approach.

If you are qualified and interested in this position, please send your resume to Navneet Kaur at [e-mail] today. For other opportunities please visit www.ifg-global.com today.