BM Group is a group of companies strategically aligned to offer greater value for global construction solutions, including project management, material supply, land development, and construction. From a humble beginning, founded on the pillars of quality, integrity, and legacy, this family-owned and operated group has grown to become an industry-leading international company.
We are looking for a team member to fill the position of Collections Assistant to assist the companies in the Materials Supply Sector of our construction group. Reporting to the Financial Controller, as the Collections Assistant, will work closely with the finance and accounting staff operations to ensure customer accounts are appropriately managed, followed up and collected in a professional and timely manner. The Collections Assistant will also identify, and look for ways to mitigate risk while maintaining positive customer relationships. This position will be based out of one of the offices in the Surrey/Langley/Delta area of the Lower Mainland.
What You’ll Do:
- Implement appropriate best practices for collection procedures to reduce the amount of overdue accounts
- Build and maintain professional relationships with Customers, Managers, fellow Accounting staff, and other stakeholders within and outside the company
- Work closely with Managers to address collection concerns with existing and potential customers
- Assist with managing the collection of outstanding invoices to minimize loss while ensuring they are handled with care and as per company policy
- Negotiate payment arrangements with customers, as required
- Regularly report on collections progress to relevant parties
- Communicate with customers by means of phone calls, letters, and emails to make sure they receive necessary communication regarding their accounts
- Escalate and share relevant customer account trends with managers and finance executives
- Maintain confidential financial information of customers and the company
- Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information
- Assist with preparing financial reports
- Process liens and CRT claims
- Process and apply payments
To qualify for this role, you have:
- Diploma or Certificate in Accounting or Finance preferred or 2+ years’ related experience
- Previous experience working in a Collections or Accounts Receivable role
- Experience working in a construction or manufacturing company, a strong asset
- Proven knowledge of finance, accounting, and cost controls
- Proficient with MS Office Software
- Previous experience working with Accounting software
- Self-starting, team player willing to work collaboratively towards achieving the strategic goals of the company
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Positive and customer centric demeanor with a knack for collaborative problem solving
- Authorized to work in Canada
Working Conditions:
- Office environment, working to deadlines
- May be required to work outside of normal work hours on occasion to meet the needs of the business.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Experience:
- Credit and Collections: 2 years (required)
- Accounts receivable: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
