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Come Build Your Career at Aecon!As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.At Aecon, you can count on:Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we cant do it safely, we dont do it at all.Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.Accountability. Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!At Aecon we:Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs , and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.Are a leader in sustainable construction . With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. Were always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!What is the Opportunity?The Credit and Collections Specialist is responsible for managing quality portfolios with a proactive collection approach. Focus required on analyzing the paying habits of customers, review customer files, evaluate records, interpret and analyze credit reports and make the necessary recommendations to mitigate risk.What Youll Do Here:Performs credit risk assessments; research and obtain appropriate credit information to rate credit worthiness of new and existing accounts and makes recommendations of credit limit for approvalCommunicates company policies regarding credit, invoicing and payment terms to ensure account payments are received within established termsGood understanding of cash flow reports, financial ratios, trends, etc., successfully analyze and interpret business financial statements and/or other credit informationPerform credit reviews annually, or as required / make recommendations on revisionsMonitors exposure levels to mitigate Credit RiskMonitors and collects accounts receivable balances; secures prompt payment from customers while employing commercial sensitivity, business acumen, and good judgmentResponsible for reducing delinquency for assigned accounts; meets defined departmental goalsProvides timely updates on collection activity; clear and timely notes maintained in systemProvides collection status to management during reviews; takes necessary action to drive improvementProvides exceptional customer service; develops effective working relationships with internal and external customersWorks with the customer to determine root cause of dispute for unpaid or short-paid invoices; identifies and documents detailed reasonCollaborates closely with Operations on customer billing issues including: contract related questions, adjustments, pricing, disputes, and other miscellaneous issues to drive timely resolutionPrepares and monitors rolling cash forecast, works with the finance team to improve overall cash flowPrepares AR Reporting / MetricsParticipates and/or leads process improvement initiatives as requiredWhat You Bring to the Team:5+ years of experience working in AR and dealing with large volume accounts3+ years of Credit experience (analysis of customer financial data / third-party credit agency information)Previous experience with SAPStrong computer skills and proficiency in MS office, advanced Excel is requiredStrong analytical ability and problem-solving skills to interpret data and draw conclusionsAbility to work effectively with all levels of management to accomplish goals and objectivesProven effective business writing and professional communication skills; ability to communicate ideas and methodologies clearly to a variety of audiencesStrong attention to detail and goal orientedHigh degree of dedication, ownership and initiativeStrong organizational skills and ability to multi-taskExperience in other general accounting activities (Billing, AP, Forecasting, Analysis) is preferredAecon fosters diversity , inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.