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What is the difference between Collection Assistant vs Accounts Receivable Clerk?

AspectCollection AssistantAccounts Receivable Clerk
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may prefer relevant courseworkHigh school diploma; some roles may require basic accounting knowledge
Work EnvironmentOffice setting; interacting with clients and finance teamsOffice setting; handling invoicing and payment processing
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, healthcare, retailBusinesses across various industries managing billing
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on debt collection and follow-upFocuses on managing accounts and payment records

The main difference is that a Collection Assistant primarily focuses on following up with clients to recover overdue payments, while an Accounts Receivable Clerk manages invoicing, records payments, and maintains account accuracy. Both roles are essential in financial operations but serve different functions within the billing and collections process.

How to get a job as a collection assistant?

To get a job as a collection assistant, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should develop skills in communication, organization, and attention to detail. Relevant experience in customer service or administrative tasks can be beneficial, and familiarity with accounting or collection software may improve job prospects. Applying through company websites, job boards, or staffing agencies is common practice.

What are the responsibilities of a collection assistant?

A collection assistant supports the collection process by contacting clients or customers to recover overdue payments, updating and maintaining account records, and ensuring compliance with collection policies. They often use collection software and need strong communication and organizational skills to perform their duties effectively.

What does a collection assistant do?

A collection assistant supports the collection process by contacting customers to recover overdue payments, updating account records, and maintaining communication logs. They often use collection software and require strong communication and organizational skills to ensure timely payments and accurate record-keeping.

What are the most commonly searched types of Collection jobs in Ontario?

The most popular types of Collection jobs in Ontario are:

What cities in Ontario are hiring for Collection Assistant jobs?

Cities in Ontario with the most Collection Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Collection Assistant job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Environmental Co-op Student

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited

Cochrane, ON • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Reporting to the Environment Supervisor, you will be part of the Environment Department. Environmental Co-op Student to join our Environment and Sustainability team reporting to the Environment Supervisor for a four (4) to eight (8) month term. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle's values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment. 

  • Assist the environmental department in the field, manage samples and complete data interpretation on several large and small projects; 

  • Assist in field sample collection; 

  • Assist in writing annual monitoring reports including data interpretation and trend analysis; 

  • Assist in data entry into designated software to track commitments status; 

  • Support the team in developing EMS documentation and record keeping templates. 

  • Student enrolled in an Environmental Science or Engineering; 

  • Computer literate in excel and other basic software with the ability to learn a new system; 

  • Able to summarize data into graphs and statistics and other visual forms for illustrating and tracking trends; 

  • Knowledge of QA/QC processes for managing environmental data from commercial labs; 

  • Able to perform field work in a winter environment (working in cold weather); 

  • Knowledge of EMS documents and their applications is considered an asset; 

  • Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint. 

Your Work Schedule: 

  • Schedule:14/14 schedule at our Detour Lake Mine; 

  • Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides transportation to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Northern Ontario.  

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