Credit & Collection Administrator

Job Description

The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative support to the Credit team to ensure the smooth functioning of the Credit team.

Responsibilities

• Answer Credit 1-800 phone line
• Record payroll/sick time hours
• General ledger entries for ‘other’ deposits
• List daily EFT deposit for digital file
• Record and manage NSF cheques
• Correct store payment errors
• ‘Other’ invoicing
• Record Airmiles on approved customer accounts
• Manual cheque requisitions
• Weekly cheque deposit to head office (as needed)
• Process PO’s for credit department invoices
• Manage stock for store signature pads
• Backup for daily deposit (EFT and cheque)
  
  

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft office (ie Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent communication & problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Well organized and detailed oriented
• College diploma preferred
• Knowledge of building supply industry an asset
• Bilingual an asset
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing