MCASPHALT | Credit Specialist

About McAsphalt

McAsphalt is the industry leader in Canada specializing in asphalt products and services. Founded in 1970 by Leo McArthur and John Carrick, the company has since grown to over 500 employees spanning 26 terminals across Canada. McAsphalt offers a wide range of asphalt products, including emulsions, cutbacks, polymer-modified, performance-graded, and roofing, and specialized transportation of those products by rail, land and water. Additionally, McAsphalt provides comprehensive services and technology solutions, encompassing paving, testing, research and development, engineering, and consulting.

Position Summary

The Credit Specialist position is responsible for the collection of outstanding accounts and the resolution of issues relating to pricing, taxes and discounts that may occur from time to time.

Main Responsibilities

• 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 approval.
• Perform credit reviews annually, or as required / make recommendations on revisions
• Monitoring customer accounts and facilitating collection of invoices within the terms established by McAsphalt.
• You will be performing account reconciliations.
• monitor customer accounts for situations where terms are not being adhered to.
• Aid customers relating to account enquiries.
• Communicate directly with customers, as required, to request payments as per terms of payment.
• Communicate with Billing/Sales departments concerning resolution of past due accounts outstanding.

Required Qualifications

• Successful candidates will have a college/university degree in Business, Finance or Accounting.
• A CCP designation, or working towards, from the Credit Institute of Canada.
• 3 - 5 Years of experience in a trade credit-related position.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting receivable principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of federal and provincial taxes.
• General Accounting Practices.
• Good understanding of Microsoft products specifically Excel, and Word.
• Knowledge of JD Edwards would be an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The MCA Advantage

SAFETY is not a priority, it's a VALUE at McAsphalt. Priorities can change by the minute; our values are set in stone! All of our employees are living the Goal Zero when it comes to safety. Not only do we provide you with the right PPE, we train you on all aspects of your job so you go home safe EVERYDAY! We have a full suite of health and dental BENEFITS and we match 100% of your contribution to your PENSION! We are present coast-to-coast in Canada and are part of the Colas Company family worldwide. We have exponential growth OPPORTUNITIES – just tell us where you want to go. We SUPPORT our employees and their families, in good and bad times, with our Employee Family Assistance Program. Accessible 24/7! Free and confidential – counselling for mental health, financial support, legal consultation, and more. We love to have FUN at work and work together to get the job done.

Please visit our website to learn more!

www.mcasphalt.com