Sowa Tool, a local, family-owned distributor of metalworking tools, currently has a vacancy for an Accounts Receivable Clerk. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in an accounts receivable role for at least 3-5 years, excellent organization and time management skills, advanced experience with Microsoft Excel, as well as a passion for growth and development.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A post-secondary education in Business Administration and/or Accounting is required.
Knowledge and Skills: The incumbent must have strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, along with the ability to work independently and make decisions. Proven experience within an accounts receivable role, posting payments, contacting customers and providing excellent customer service is a must. Strong attention to detail as well as organizational skills are essential. Sound knowledge of accounting practices as well as the accounting cycle is beneficial. Data entry skills and general mathematical skills are necessary. Experience with foreign currencies is beneficial. Familiarity with ERP systems is an asset.
Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills are required for normal business communication.
Nature and Length of Experience: The candidate will have at least 3-5 years’ experience in an accounts payable position.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accurate posting of payments, attention to details and accuracy.
- Prepares reconciliations of completed cash receipts.
- Maintains accounts receivable master file / sub-ledger.
- Organizes accounts receivable documents, and filing.
- Develops relationships with customer contacts.
- Prepares and reviews month end reports.
- Contacts customers to follow-up on outstanding payments .
- Identifies process improvements.
- Answers related phone calls.
- Assist with month end closing.
- Provide supporting documentation for audits.
- Maintain confidentiality of organizational information.
- Any other job-related duties along with ad hoc tasks and reporting as assigned.
- High level of professional integrity.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Group RRSP plan
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
Experience:
- accounts receivable: 3 years (Required)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $40,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
Experience:
- Accounts receivable: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-06-17