Job Description

Collections Officer – Finance and Administration

Richter Montreal Office

Overview

Richter is a Business | Family Office that provides strategic advice on business matters and on families’ financial and personal objectives across generations. With close to 100 years of experience advising at the intersection of family and business, Richter has developed an integrated approach to help business owners find sustainable success. Whether business, personal, or both, Richter is uniquely positioned to address the needs of Canada’s most successful entrepreneurs, private clients, business owners and business families and help them chart a clear path to shape their legacy for the future. Founded in 1926, Richter’s 600-person multidisciplinary team continuously innovates to create value for our people, clients, and community in Canada and in the US.

What we offer:

• The chance to become a strategic business partner with our clients, building relationships directly with entrepreneurs and businesses to provide them with meaningful advisory services
• The opportunity to develop your career with the direct support of your managers and firm partners; and
• A culture that values work-life balance and mental health and well-being. Our firm has taken a fresh approach to these issues, offering a hybrid work environment with flexible hours and resources to support you in your personal journey.
• Investment in your continuing education and professional development through a variety of learning offerings and tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities

• Collection of overdue accounts (calling clients, emails, account statements).
• Works closely with partners and the Collection team.
• Maintains good relationships with clients.
• Ensures receivables are collected in the shortest delay possible.
• Follows up collection activities documentation closely.
• Generates reports and data related to collection and accounts receivable.

Requirements

• DEC in Accounting
• 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience
• Experience in collection
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both French and English
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in contacting important clients
• Capable of working independently and negotiating efficiently
• Good judgment and ability to act with professionalism
• Great sense of confidentiality
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of MS Office
• Team oriented
• Initiative

What Richter offers you?

• Competitive group benefits which include group insurance, Health Spending Account, savings plans, and Employer Contribution Matching
• Employee and Family access to virtual healthcare network
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs, including consultations with mental health professionals
• Annual Health & Well-being Program
• Hybrid work Environment
• Competitive Performance Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Dues Reimbursement
• CFE leave financial support
• Academic Incentives
• Talent referral bonus
• Client referral bonus
• Access to an on-demand concierge nannying, babysitting, and tutoring service
• Annual employee rewards and recognition

The salary range for this position is $54,000 to $82,000. Employees may also be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Compensation is determined in accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation and is regularly reviewed to remain competitive in the marketplace. Salaries within this range reflect individual contributions and are based on objective factors such as internal equity, experience, education, role scope, and required skills.

Your application

We are excited to meet motivated professionals who are looking for career growth in a mid-sized family minded firm and have a strong background in building and fostering relationships.

Sounds like you? Apply today!