Finance Manager - Collections

IFG International Financial Group Ltd; Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Collections Manager for a 6-month contract to cover maternity leave. This role emphasizes people management and daily oversight, ensuring timely collections and cash application activities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a detail-oriented environment, managing a team of cash applicators and credit collectors while maintaining rigorous processes. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead a team and drive performance in a hybrid work setting. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about team accountability, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in collections and people management.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes related to cash flow.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 10 cash applicators and credit collectors.
• Oversee collection activities and ensure adherence to processes.

Skills

People Management

Collections

Cash Application

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

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:

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

Qualifications:

1. Proven experience in collections, cash application, and people management.
2. Strong understanding of journal entries and accounting processes related to cash flow.
3. Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
4. Excellent organizational and communication skills.
5. 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.