Company description

Thank you so much for considering our company in your career search! Classic Fire + Life Safety is a leader in the fire protection and life safety industry because of our talented, knowledgeable, and motivated staff. We know that it is our people who make the difference, and we are looking to grow our team of passionate professionals. Interested in joining us?

Our goal is to partner with our customers, to ensure their building, and the people in them are safe, from new building construction activities, modernization activities, and demand for system upgrades, through to preventative maintenance and service.

Why join the Classic team?

• CFLS is a caring company who values our staff.
• CFLS is local and is part of the community.
• CFLS is a full-service fire protection contractor.
• A great working environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Comprehensive Group benefits.
• Educational assistance program.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Social events: Building camaraderie and fostering a sense of community is essential.

Description

Senior Accounts Receivable Collector is expected to be organized, detail-oriented, and capable of maintaining strong relationships with customers while ensuring the companys cash flow is managed effectively. Strong communication skills and the ability to handle disputes professionally are essential in this role. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures while managing accounts receivable to ensure timely collections while adhering to industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and monitor accounts receivable process to ensure timely collections
• Reconcile customer accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Prepare and present accounts receivable reports and analyses to management
• Communicate effectively with customers to facilitate timely payments and resolve billing issues
• Participate in continuous improvement strategies for accounts receivable department
• Collaborate with internal departments, such as sales and operations to ensure smooth invoicing and collection process
• Update management on overdue accounts
• Make recommendations for 3rd party collections and debt write offs
• Maintain customer portals including uploading invoices and correcting rejections
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required

Qualifications:

• College Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, demonstrating a strong understanding of the full AR process, including collections and billing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook to efficiently manage daily tasks, generate reports, and communicate effectively.
• Portal systems is highly preferred, providing an advantage in managing AR workflows and leveraging technology for optimized processes.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing business needs, remaining flexible and solution-focused in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with colleagues, management, and external clients at all organizational levels.
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving abilities, capable of identifying discrepancies, troubleshooting issues, and implementing corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Work Environment: The position offers a hybrid work model, with one day per week to work from home and four days in the office, ensuring a balance between flexibility and team collaboration.

We thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates who meet the above qualifications will be contacted for an interview.

Classic Fire + Life Safety is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are also committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you have any accommodation needs or would like to provide us with your feedback, questions, or concerns, please contact our Human Resources department at [email protected]