Collections Specialist
Contractor
contractor
Finance and Accounting
24 Oct 2025
Etobicoke
Verified by Turrior
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
80 / 100
Offer value
High value reflecting the crucial nature of credit and collections roles in maintaining company finances, combined with a competitive hourly rate.
- Hourly rate is competitive within the credit and collections market
- Ability to leverage bilingual skills effectively
- Involvement in a key financial role impacting business outcomes
Pros
- Engagement in a vital financial function that impacts the organization directly.
- Opportunity for skilled professionals to leverage bilingual capabilities.
- Solid hourly compensation aligned with industry standards.
Cons
- Role may involve challenging interactions with clients concerning collections.
- Contractual position might limit long-term security.
- Skillset may require continuous updating to adapt to changing regulations.
Who it's for
Mid-level • Office-based contractor role
Good fit
- Experienced credit and collections agents
- Bilingual professionals seeking finance roles
- Individuals motivated to enhance organizational finances
Not recommended for
- Entry-level or inexperienced candidates
- Candidates preferring entirely remote work
- Those uncomfortable with direct client negotiations
Motivation fit
Drive to enhance financial processes and ensure timely collectionsMotivation to build relationships while securing paymentsInterest in contributing significantly to a company's financial health
Key skills
Effective communication in English and FrenchCustomer service and resolutionUnderstanding of financial regulationsAnalytical skills for account management
Score: 80/100 AI verified analysis
About the job
Job Description
Randstad is searching for a Credit and Collections Specialist for one of our thriving Mississauga clients. The ideal candidate must have at least three years’ experience with high volume Collections. They should have experience communicating with clients regarding delinquent accounts, preparing and sending collection e-mails, obtaining information for clients, negotiating payment plans, researching, analyzing and resolving problems, performing account reconciliations, assisting appropriate
billing issues. Experience reaching out to clients (call centre environment) and a strong understanding of accounting is required. Applicants must be fluent (written and verbal) in both French and English
This exciting opportunity could start within the week. Apply today or forward your profile directly to heather.francescut@randstad.ca
Advantages
Easily accessible by transit
Competitive hourly rate
Inclusive Team Culture
Unlimited Free Access to Udemy online training
Responsibilities
Set payment collection goals and targets, and measure achievements.
Monitor and collect past due by contacting clients via telephone or email
Ensure that the correct amounts are collected in a timely manner, resolve
account discrepancies to secure client payments.
Review accounts, client payments, credit history, and develop new or
improved repayment terms.
Ensure payment is applied correctly by performing account/payment
reconciliations.
Maintain and update accurately aging reports to minimize discrepancies,
increasing collections and identifying uncollectible amounts
Handle internal and external customers inquiries and resolve account
disputes or billing discrepancies to facilitate payment in timely manner
Maintain and update customer database ensuring accuracy and reliability of
automated system for billing and receivable.
Perform Credit Check for onboarding new clients as per company policy.
Verify details and perform all due diligence before opening new accounts.
Identify delinquent accounts requiring external collection efforts; escalate it
to address uncollectible issues or financial exposure.
Provide feedback for process improvement of accounts receivable by
identifying key areas of improvement
Apply payments in absence of cash application clerk.
Work closely with third-party collection agencies to recover receivables of
identified delinquent customer accounts
Qualifications
2-3 years related experience in fast paced industry
Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business or a related field
Any certification related to credit and collections will be an asset
Summary
Apply today or send your profile directly to heather.francescut@randstad.ca
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
Randstad is searching for a Credit and Collections Specialist for one of our thriving Mississauga clients. The ideal candidate must have at least three years’ experience with high volume Collections. They should have experience communicating with clients regarding delinquent accounts, preparing and sending collection e-mails, obtaining information for clients, negotiating payment plans, researching, analyzing and resolving problems, performing account reconciliations, assisting appropriate
billing issues. Experience reaching out to clients (call centre environment) and a strong understanding of accounting is required. Applicants must be fluent (written and verbal) in both French and English
This exciting opportunity could start within the week. Apply today or forward your profile directly to heather.francescut@randstad.ca
Advantages
Easily accessible by transit
Competitive hourly rate
Inclusive Team Culture
Unlimited Free Access to Udemy online training
Responsibilities
Set payment collection goals and targets, and measure achievements.
Monitor and collect past due by contacting clients via telephone or email
Ensure that the correct amounts are collected in a timely manner, resolve
account discrepancies to secure client payments.
Review accounts, client payments, credit history, and develop new or
improved repayment terms.
Ensure payment is applied correctly by performing account/payment
reconciliations.
Maintain and update accurately aging reports to minimize discrepancies,
increasing collections and identifying uncollectible amounts
Handle internal and external customers inquiries and resolve account
disputes or billing discrepancies to facilitate payment in timely manner
Maintain and update customer database ensuring accuracy and reliability of
automated system for billing and receivable.
Perform Credit Check for onboarding new clients as per company policy.
Verify details and perform all due diligence before opening new accounts.
Identify delinquent accounts requiring external collection efforts; escalate it
to address uncollectible issues or financial exposure.
Provide feedback for process improvement of accounts receivable by
identifying key areas of improvement
Apply payments in absence of cash application clerk.
Work closely with third-party collection agencies to recover receivables of
identified delinquent customer accounts
Qualifications
2-3 years related experience in fast paced industry
Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business or a related field
Any certification related to credit and collections will be an asset
Summary
Apply today or send your profile directly to heather.francescut@randstad.ca
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
