10+ years collections/Accounts receivable experience/ Customer care
B2B Environment Collections Experience
Strong communication skills/Positive personality
Technical Skills include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AS 400, SAP, Banner Oracle based database
Executed the full collections process, managing inbound and outbound calls and email inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues with professionalism and empathy.
Provided invoices and account statements on a weekly or monthly basis as requested.
Set up new accounts, ensuring all documentation was complete and approved by management.
Monitored credit limits to prevent overages; implemented account blocks to secure payments.
Performed cash application, including payment posting and reconciliation.
Communicated with customers regarding missing remittances; traced and resolved misapplied or missing payments, processed write-offs, and offset credits.
Conducted weekly meetings with management to report on collections and cash application progress.
Maintained the general AR inbox, ensuring timely responses to all inquiries.
B2B collections officer
Johnson Controls
09.2021 - 04.2024
Built trust and strong relationships with customers and Accounts Payable teams to ensure smooth collections and issue resolution.
Managed a $1M portfolio, consistently achieving collection rates between 75%-100%, with occasional recovery from as low as 50% on accounts aged over 360 days.
Handled all incoming and outgoing calls, providing accurate information and support regarding products and services; resolved inquiries and issues to maintain high customer satisfaction.
Conducted collection calls to major business accounts, negotiating payment arrangements and reducing bad debt exposure.
Led customer meetings to understand business needs, resolve disputes, and improve account performance.
Reconciled accounts and implemented strategies to reduce delinquency and improve cash flow.
Arranged payment schedules and monitored compliance to minimize risk.
Credit Analyst/Collection Officer
Chubb Edwards
01.2008 - 07.2020
Led the collections team, facilitating meetings and driving resolution of outstanding issues.
Reviewed, edited, and approved credit applications; recommended appropriate credit limits based on risk assessment.
Performed credit checks and monitored accounts, holds on overdue balances to mitigate risk.
Built and maintained strong customer relationships, achieving mutually beneficial outcomes.
Negotiated payment arrangements and resolved receivables issues to reduce delinquency and bad debt.
Collaborated with sales and internal teams to address and resolve account-related concerns.
Reconciled accounts and managed aging reports for unpaid accounts at 90, 120, and 150+ DSO.
Oversaw cash application processes, ensuring accurate posting and reconciliation of payments.
Act as a liaison between management, sales team and customers.
Customer Service
Bureau Veritas Services Laboratory
01.2007 - 01.2008
Delivered prompt and efficient responses to customer inquiries via phone and email, ensuring timely resolution.
Addressed and resolved customer complaints and concerns professionally, maintaining high satisfaction levels.
Maintained in-depth knowledge of company products and services to provide accurate and effective support.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless customer experience and issue resolution.
Adhered to company policies and procedures while handling customer requests and resolving issues.
Account Receivable
407 Express Toll Route
11.2003 - 08.2006
Posted payments accurately to customer accounts and ensured timely reconciliation.
Tracked and resolved missing payments; managed collections for overdue accounts.
Processed credit transfers between accounts and maintained accurate records.
Reviewed and worked on plate acceptance reports to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Managed billing issues and implemented solutions; initiated collection processes for past-due accounts.
Customer Service
Toronto School of Business
02.2001 - 09.2001
Managed inbound calls to provide detailed course information, confirm start dates, and schedule evaluation appointments.
Conducted outbound calls to follow up with prospective students and ensure timely communication.
Education
Diploma - Early Child Education & Child Psychology