Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting our Credit and Collections department to help process, track, and record payments in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner. The Accounts Receivable Specialist will be required to review account information, correct discrepancies, and ensure that accounts are properly billed and that payments are collected. The ideal candidate should be a skilled and thorough researcher with excellent communication and record-keeping skills. Exceptional time management and communication skills are critical as the ideal candidate must be able to multi-task, learn quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of accounts of the OSCO Construction Group of Companies
Minimize bad debt and delinquent accounts by effective telephone collections
Recognize problems and reconcile customer accounts
Report issues and delinquent accounts to the Collections Manager for further escalation
Investigate new & existing accounts for credit worthiness
Assist in achieving departmental goals by meeting deadlines for workload completion using the most cost-effective method possible
Represent the organization in a professional, positive manner when in contact with customers and suppliers (internal and external) and provides information in a timely manner
Share knowledge with others to assist in promoting a better-trained workforce
Other duties as assigned

Technical Requirements

Minimum post-secondary education in the accounting field (university degree or community college diploma with a concentration in accounting, or equivalent)
Previous experience in the accounting/finance field would be an asset

Business Requirements

A high degree of accuracy with strong attention to detail is required
Ability to work under pressure of time constraints
Strong knowledge of MS Excel is required
Exposure to JD Edwards One World is a definite asset

Cultural Requirements

Effective communication skills (both written and verbal) with management and peers
Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to work both collaboratively and independently

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, we offer a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to children of employees, health & wellness programming, celebratory events and employee sport team sponsorships.

About OSCO

The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of construction-related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.

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