Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope Looking for Credit Collections Specialist – Concord at Concord, ON Full Time

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope®, a CRH Company, is the leading supplier of products specified to close the building envelope. They include: custom-engineered curtain wall and window wall, architectural windows, storefront systems, doors, skylights and architectural glass.

Credit and Collections Specialist- Bilingual (French) Preferred

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented individual with a minimum of 5 years Accounts Receivable and Collection experience, Bilingual (English and French speaker preferred) who will take full ownership of the Credit & Collections position. Applicant will be responsible for tracking and resolving outstanding payment issues and generate weekly aging reports in a timely manner. Candidate must have knowledge of general accounting principles and SOX regulations. Applicant must be proficient at MS Office (especially Excel). Prior experience with SAP and California Notary Certification a plus. The applicant should display a positive and proactive attitude, strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize and multitask and be a strong communicator.

Job Requirements

Set up new customers, review credit

Make daily collection calls

Conduct account research and analysis

Prepare and maintain various reports

Send statements to customers

Interact with customers to resolve outstanding issues

Prepare collection letters, notice of intent to lien, and lien documents as required

Verify credit history information for new accounts

Recommend customer credit limits and credit status

Monitor customer credit worthiness and change status on customer master accordingly

Respond to all customer inquiries relating to credit

Inquire as to problems or delays with payment of delinquent invoices

Reconcile customer A/R accounts as needed

Maintain and resolve Email requests. (waivers, billing issues, short pays, references, etc)

Work with attorneys on collection issues

Prepare weekly meeting with Finance & General Managers to review AR and discuss new business

Skills and Abilities Required

Fluent in French Preferred

Setting up Lien’s and Lien release experience is a plus

Ability to multitask

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Ability to communicate effectively with customers and salespeople

Ability to take detailed direction and follow through as instructed. Ability to handle large quantity of work with minimal mistakes

Education and/or Experience

High School degree and College degree or comparable experience

What CRH Americas Offers You

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH Americas

CRH Americas has a long and proud heritage as one of North America’s largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

CRH Americas is a great place to grow! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our career site. Please complete your online profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest in the CRH Americas family!