Description: AR Analyst is responsible for tracking and analyzing customer accounts receivable balances. The candidate must be able to collect and summarize data from various sources, maintain customer accounts, and analyze data to track payments and deductions, and improve customer collections. AR Analyst is also responsible for identifying and resolving discrepancies in customer payment records.

We are looking for a qualified individual with a passion and enthusiasm for numbers, that enjoys the fast pace of a dynamic work environment and the satisfaction of meeting challenging time constraints. Someone with strong interpersonal skills that prides themselves on their ability to provide exceptional service both externally with Vendors and internally within the team. Integrity, initiative and a pro-active mindset are of high value and are well-recognized within our company.

Responsibilities:

Reconcile assigned portfolio of accounts receivable
Reconcile various vendor programs
Validate markdowns and post audit claims, arrange for approval and allocate correctly
Validate and dispute noncompliance penalties
Resolve pricing discrepancies, shortages, damages and returns
Maintain precise records of all incoming payments, process credits, apply adjustments and actively investigate and resolve irregularities
Review and reconcile invoice discrepancies, follow up to ensure accuracy and information
Assist with accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to date, credits and collections are applied, uncollectable amounts are accounted for, and miscellaneous differences are cleared
Monitor customer accounts daily to identify aged receivables and contact customers for payment
Keep detailed records and reporting on collection activity including updating systems and trackers
Analyzing and reviewing aged accounts receivable monthly; collaborating with departments to follow up on outstanding accounts for collections
Providing general administrative and financial accounting support; including Data entry and reconciliation
Work with other departments if needed to timely and efficiently resolve any disputes
Manage large volumes of transactions and data

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business, preferred
2+ years of Accounts Receivable experience, preferably in the grocery industry
Prior experience dealing with Canadian retail chains strongly desired
Prior experience using QuickBooks would be an asset
Professional verbal communication skill
Strong English speaking and writing skills
Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Outstanding attendance and work ethic
Ability to multitask, with excellent attention to detail
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and computer skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy
Critical Thinking – using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Must be proficient in time management
Works well in team setting

Experience:

Accounts receivable: 2 years (required)

Microsoft Excel: 2 years (required)

English (required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-07-31
Expected start date: 2024-08-06

Niche Bakers Corp

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