Talbot Marketing is a leader in the Canadian promotional products industry. Talbot has stood the test of time because we continue to invest, innovate and bring value to our customers and to the promotional product marketplace. Talbot is one of the largest providers of promotional products and corporate apparel in Canada. We specialize in solutions to leverage the power of a company’s brand.
We aspire to become a company where our employees and clients are proud to call themselves a part of Talbot Promo. Our corporate values include: to improve the lives of all those around us, operate with integrity, embrace diversity, make it fun and earn a fair profit. Talbot is a family oriented organization that treats everyone associated with Talbot with empathy, trust, fairness, and respect.
We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our Finance department as a Collection associate and back up to our Accounts Receivable clerk. Candidates with experience would be great!
The pay range for this position is: $18.50 to $20.00 depending on qualifications/experience. Hours are Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30 pm. Hours are flexible once fully trained. We do offer an amazing benefit package – including 2 retirement programs with company contributions, company paid health & dental benefits and an employee assistance program. Employee sick days and vacation time above ESA standards.
Job Description
The Collection associate is responsible for the collection of outstanding customer account balances. They will also be the back up to our Accounts Receivable clerk.
Duties - Collections
· Manage collections, monitor accounts to identify outstanding debts
· Make collection calls on daily basis and email follow-ups
· Take actions to persuade customers for payments
· Monitor and report aging receivables
· Verify discrepancies and resolve clients’ billing issues
Duties – Accounts Receivable
· Daily posting of all electronic fund transfers in Canadian & US currency including credit card payments and cheques
· Statement reconciliation and account maintenance including resolving discrepancies through direct communication with customers
· Processing approved debit and credit notes
· Assist with month-end closing and report preparation as required
General
· Organize filing of all appropriate documents in software
· Other duties as required
Technical Skills and Qualifications
· Must be comfortable contacting customers and making arrangements for payments
· Ability to apply general common sense & courtesy to situations involving orders, coworkers, & clients
· Proficient with computers, knowledge of Windows micro programs – Excel, Word
· Organizing / Prioritizing
· Team Player (offer assistance, actively listen, respect others, be a problem solver, celebrate team successes)
· Positive attitude, motivated, compassionate
· Strong time management skills: Must work well under pressure & be able to meet deadlines
· Willingness to take initiative (Self-motivated, while also a team player - ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also able to work well with others when required)
· Must be able to problem solve & multitask
· Results orientated
· Self-starter who works independently with minimal directions
Education and Experience
· One year of related experience
To learn more about Talbot Marketing visit our website at www.talbot-promo.com.
AI is not used during the hiring process to assess or to screen applicants.
We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Talbot Marketing is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Talbot Marketing Inc. is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Talbot Marketing Inc. will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.
Talbot Marketing Inc. strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, Talbot Marketing Inc. will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $18.50-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Flexible language requirement:
Language:
Work Location: In person
