Strategic Credit Manager: Collections & AR Leader

Credit Institute; Saskatoon; Sur place; CAD 90 000 - 115 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Buckwold Western Ltd. is seeking an experienced Credit Manager to lead our commercial credit, collections, and accounts receivable functions at our Saskatoon head office. This role partners with sales and finance to support growth while minimizing financial risk.

You will review credit applications, set limits, monitor aging, and implement robust collection strategies to protect cash flow. Leadership, analytics, and strong communication are essential in this fast-paced wholesale environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, commerce or related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in credit analysis, accounts receivable, lending, or financial analysis.
• Demonstrated experience managing the full functions of a corporate credit department.
• Strong knowledge of commercial credit analysis, accounts receivable, financial statement analysis, collections, and credit risk management.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Lead all aspects of the commercial credit and collections function for a diverse customer portfolio.
• Review and evaluate new credit applications, establish credit limits, and make sound credit decisions based on financial analysis.
• Analyze credit reports, trade references, and payment histories to assess customer creditworthiness.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and collection performance to improve cash flow and reduce delinquent accounts.
• Develop and implement effective collection strategies while maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Resolve payment issues, invoice disputes, and account discrepancies promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with the sales team to balance customer service objectives with prudent credit risk management.
• Recommend credit holds, payment terms, credit limit adjustments, and account reinstatements.
• Monitor customer exposure and identify potential financial risks before they impact the business.
• Coordinate third-party collections, bankruptcies, liens, and related recovery efforts when required.
• Maintain accurate customer credit files and supporting documentation.
• Prepare regular reporting on accounts receivable aging, collections, bad debt, credit exposure, and key performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and applicable credit and collection regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and increase operational efficiency.

Connaissances

Credit analysis

Accounts receivable

Lending

Financial analysis

Credit risk management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in business administration/finance/commerce

Outils

Modern credit software

Description du poste

Buckwold Western Ltd. is seeking an experienced Credit Manager to lead our commercial credit, collections, and accounts receivable functions at our Saskatoon head office. This role partners with sales and finance to support growth while minimizing financial risk.

You will review credit applications, set limits, monitor aging, and implement robust collection strategies to protect cash flow. Leadership, analytics, and strong communication are essential in this fast-paced wholesale environment.