Credit Administrator

At SMS Equipment, our Credit Administrator is responsible for monitoring and collection of accounts receivables through direct customer contact, investigating credit requests and processing customer payments. This role is in Acheson, AB.

This role is Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm, with a 1 hour lunch break.

The salary range for this role is $50,000 - $60,000.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review accounts receivable reports to identify overdue amounts.
• Contact customers on late payments and liaise with the appropriate branches to handle any disputes.
• Report any issues or accounts that exceed value limits to the Credit Manager.
• Prepare month-end dispute reports to relevant branches.
• Reconcile accounts related to short payments.
• Processing credit card payments from customers.
• Provide back up support to the Credit Assistant for daily credit card reconciliation submissions.
• Complete credit investigations for new and/or increased credit limits.
• Set credit limits using eXtend.
• Complete credit application process by running required external reports and evaluating credit references.
• Escalate credit denials to the Credit Manager for review.
• Provide override within predetermined limits to release orders for processing.
• Follow up with branches on any problem accounts.
• Assist Sales and Accounting team on projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years previous credit experience. Additional requirements include:

• Strong customer service skills dealing with both internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of credit practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of legal governances pertaining to credit.
• Excellent computer skills to include the use of Microsoft Office and internal systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines and tight schedules.
• Equipment Distribution experience is an asset.
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset.

As part of our recruitment process you may be required to complete the following:

• Reference Check
• Credit Check

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices, when completing all tasks.

Applications will be received until a suitable candidate has been hired.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interview will be contacted.

SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in the heavy equipment industry across North America. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include: competitive wages, a comprehensive group benefits plan and employer matching RRSP.