Collections Specialist

Job title:

Collections Specialist

Company

Robert Half

Job description

We are offering a fully onsite, long-term contract employment opportunity for a Collections Specialist based in Mississauga, Ontario. This role operates independently and plays a vital role in maintaining the financial health of the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong accounts receivable experience, including collections, cash application, and reporting, while also building relationships with clients to ensure timely payments.Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, fostering relationships and ensuring prompt payment.
• Monitor and update A/R aging reports, identifying and addressing overdue accounts.
• Process cash applications, accurately allocating payments received from clients.
• Perform soft collection efforts, sending reminders and working collaboratively with customers to resolve outstanding balances.
• Ensure billing accuracy, meticulously reviewing and updating up to 500 invoices per month.
• Generate and present reports on collection activities, payment trends, and outstanding balances.
• Handle inbound customer inquiries, providing clear, professional support regarding billing and payment issues.
• Utilize QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel to maintain accurate records and support reporting needs.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Collections Specialist role or similar position
• Proficient in Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Skilled in handling and answering inbound calls professionally
• Experience in executing billing functions effectively
• Knowledge of collection processes and techniques
• Ability to manage cash applications efficiently
• Proficiency in using QuickBooks Online
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel
• Experience in commercial collections
• Familiarity with consumer collections

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity – whenever you choose – even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2025 Robert Half. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use.Robert HalfRobert Half est la première et la plus grande firme de solutions de gestion des talents spécialisées au monde, qui met en relation des chercheurs d’emploi hautement qualifiés avec des opportunités au sein de grandes entreprises. Nous offrons…

Expected salary

Location

Mississauga, ON

Job date

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 08:58:53 GMT

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