Representative, Accounts Receivable (Bilingual)

Why youll love Softchoice:

We are a software-focused IT solutions and services provider that equips organizations to be agile and innovative and for their people to be engaged connected and creative at work. That means moving them to the cloud helping them build the workplace of tomorrow and enabling them to make smarter decisions about their technology. By doing these things we help them create success for their customers and their people.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career development and advancement. We are recognized and respected for our culture of inclusion and belonging continuously striving to do whats good for our people and communities.

The impact you will have:

As ourAccounts Receivable Representativeyou will secure revenue that is generated by sales organization build strong customer relationships and foster positive interaction and strong connection with customers to drive and maintain ongoing relationship. We are looking for a dynamic individual with a positive attitude. Someone who works well independently is resourceful and also a team player. If you are a highly motivated person who welcomes new challenges come join our team!

What youll do:

• Contact business-to-business (B2B) customers via phone/email/fax to discuss outstanding invoices and billing issues (heavy focus on phone contact).
• Manage collections portfolio ranging from 300-600 accounts (focused on a Canadian and/or US territory of accounts). Suggested activity of approximately 40 customer contacts per day including email and telephone calls. Negotiate customer payment terms as needed based on assessment of account status to ensure maximum payment recovery.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customer accounts and champion Softchoices receivable policy.
• Manage past due hold requests within the SLA in order to mitigate risk to Softchoice by assessing customer accounts and making decisions to release orders up to 50K for each request and also making recommendations for any requests over 50K within the hierarchy.
• Work with internal departments to pro-actively troubleshoot payment issues (i.e. invoicing pricing product/service issues) and be the liaison when engaged by the customer directly.
• Document and track collections activity and work from monthly aging report.
• Manage individual and department monthly receivable targets.
• Have demonstrated success working in team-oriented environment.
• Be flexible and adaptable to fast-paced IT sales environment.
• Learn and understand the Softchoice offerings (Hardware Software Cloud PS etc.)
• Effectively engage and escalate to top executive levels when required.
• Reconcile accounts regularly including complex and cross account reconciliations

What youll bring to the table:

• A completed college diploma (Accounting or Finance related preferred) or related experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in a corporate (B2B) collections experience focused on medium to enterprise level customers.
• Experience with Accounts Receivable escalation process and taking initiative to resolve account issues (Working with multiple Softchoice departments e.i. sales tax credit billing etc.)
• Bilingualism (English & French) both written & spoken
• A good understanding of fundamental accounting principles.
• Intermediate Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess similar experience managing portfolio of accounts.
• Customer service oriented.
• Experience in technology industry an asset.

Compensation:
A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position in Ontario is $48800 to $73200 annually.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including location experience skill set education and related certification. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.

Softchoice offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit plan to all full-time employees which includes:

• Health and Wellbeing: Medical and Dental Care Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Financial Benefits: RRSP/DPSP Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and Sick Leave Holidays Parental Leave Volunteer Days Bereavement Leave
• Additional Perks: Employee Discount Program

Not sure if you qualify Think about applying anyway:

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.

At Softchoice we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to corporate tech returning to work after a gap in employment or looking to transition and take the next step in your career we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

Why Youll Love Working Here:

• The People: Youll thrive in our collaborative environment surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation driving our collective success
• High-Performing Culture: At Softchoice we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other
• Flexibility: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best
• Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 20consecutive years
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to an inclusive culture where every team member can be their authentic self
• Competitive Benefits: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to race color religion national origin age sex marital status ancestry disability veteran status gender identity or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation We are ready to help:

We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position please reach out directly to. We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.

Our commitment to your experience:

We are committed to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone. We understand that you may need to interview with distractions around you (such as children or furry friends) and we will be doing the same.

Before you start with us we will conduct a criminal record check verify your education and check your references.

When you join Softchoice we will onboard you remotely. Dont worry. Its quick simple and youll be connected with your new team in no time.

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