Summary-Accounts Receivable 
 

Reporting to Supervisor of Accounts Receivable this incumbent will be responsible for collecting due balance, accurately rectifying accounts and high volume receivable.

 
SPECIFIC DUTIES

�         Run age trial balance weekly to accurately identify all outstanding accounts

�         Drive down exposure by maintaining regular follow-up

�         Weekly review of accounts with Supervisor

�         Document daily follow-up communication including details on account status.

�         Ensure the collection of outstanding balances meeting company set guidelines for >60 days and >90 days.

�         Ensuring receipt of payment from National Accounts under current contract terms and conditions.

�         Completes weekly/monthly reports as required.

�         Highlights/Flags more serious accounts to supervisor at 45 days past due .

�         Liaise with the Billings and account representatives to identify process improvements

�         Uses company systems to complete required follow-up on accounts.

�         Notify debtors of overdue payments and accounts by telephone, e-mail.

�         Responding to customer inquires within 24 hours.

�         Work with AR team to resolve unapplied payments on customer account.

�         Posting of accounts receivable transactions ie sundry deposit.

REQUIREMENTS
 

�         Maintain a high level of professionalism while working with clients.

�         Willing to work in a fast paced environment and be a team player.

�         Proficient with computer systems and utilize Shred-it�s computer system to maintain a current database of accounts.

�         Comfortable in a fast paced dynamic environment

�         Must be accountable and be able to work with minimal supervision.

�         Be able to work within time lines.

�         Must be detail orientated.

�         Result orientated.

�         Attention to detail.

Skills and Knowledge

�         Post secondary education in a relevant field is preferred.

�         Computer Literate � (MS Office, SAP)

�         Knowledge with SAP will be considered an asset

 
Education

 
Must have a post secondary education or equivalent experience
 Experience

Minimum 3 years experience in a collections role
 

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER