Bilingual Credit And Collection Analyst

Job Responsibility:

Province: Quebec Branch: Laval Employment Type: Full Time Number of Positions: 1

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Shared Financial Services, the Bilingual Credit and Collections Analyst will be responsible for the management and collections of approximately 500 commercial accounts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning of collection activities by reviewing and analyzing aging reports;
• Contacting customers for payment of past due invoices;
• Implementing plans to eliminate past due accounts, including proposals and repayment schedules of delinquent accounts to minimize bad debt;
• Placing overdue accounts on hold;
• Daily monitoring of accounts for credit hold status to determine appropriate actions to be taken to facilitate order processing to maximize sales while minimizing risk;
• Monitoring and reviewing customer credit limits for updates or possible limit changes as required;
• Approving the release of sales and service orders;
• Regular accounts reconciliation and resolution of discrepancies in accordance with Company policies;
• Entering sales invoices details in to third party websites;
• Investigation and resolution of customers' deductions and disputed items by working closely with the sales and service teams and customers;
• Recommend external collection efforts where internal procedures have not yielded a suitable outcome and monitor the progress of the external effort;
• Set-up of new accounts and authority to authorize credit limits of up to $5,000 based on customers' credit application and Credit Bureau reports;
• Responding to outside requests for reference on account following legal disclosure guidelines;
• Preparing internal documents for approval (i.e. remove discrepancies from customer accounts; write-off uncollectible accounts)
• Provide backup coverage for other credit and collection representatives.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• A successful candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy;
• Fluent bilingual verbal and written language skills - fully conversant in French and strong use of English
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with individuals at all levels within and outside the organization.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when confronted with difficult situations is a must.
• Ability to work independently, multitask and possess strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.

EDUCATION/ TRAINING:

• High school diploma and at least 4 years of relevant work experience or college diploma with 2 years' experience;
• Strong computer literacy with Microsoft Office - specifically excel
• Credit and Collection Certification is an asset
• Prior experience with SAP is an asset.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• This role requires the individual to work full-time in the Company's Laval office and is performed primarily utilizing a computer, Company software and a telephone.

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

It is our expectation that all Strongco Employees will conduct their work in a safe manner, abide by all Strongco safety policies and report all hazardous conditions and unsafe work procedures. In addition, Strongco employees will be required to report any and all incidences/accidents/near misses according to company policies.

Strongco is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We recognize our obligations and responsibilities as an employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates including members of visible minorities.

Strongco will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes. If accommodation is requested, Strongco will consult with the applicant and arrange for the provision of suitable accommodation that considers the applicant's needs.