POSITION: Accounts Receivable Clerk
LOCATION: Mississauga, Ontario
DESCRIPTION:
Reporting to the Controller, the Accounts Receivable Clerk will perform administrative and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance of Accounts Receivable (AR) transactions such as customer account reconciliation, performing billing and collections, and keeping accurate records and files for collecting payments for the company using skills in organization and communication to collect payments.
Responsibilities:
Invoice Processing:
- Prepare daily cash deposits and ensure that they are deposited into the bank account
- Maintain accounting ledgers by recording customer payments and transactions related to AR accounts
- Maintain and keep up-to date payments made via e-transfer and credit card
- Review the AR aged trial balance weekly to ensure that proactive measures are employed in the collection of the receivables on a timely basis
- Manage the collection of past due balances and escalate in a timely manner
- Monitor all account credit limits, holds and aging of receivables; communicate to the necessary parties when an account is over its set limit
- Issue customer statements, biweekly or more often as needed
- Verify accounts by reconciling statements and transactions including key account customers. Research the reasons for deductions by accessing customer online portals or reviewing supporting documents
- Perform administrative/receptionist duties as required
- Respond to customer requests
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent with general understanding of Finance and accounting related policies and procedures
- Minimum of 2 year accounts receivable experience
- Knowledge of Excel and Microsoft NAV and Office 365 would be an asset
- Demonstrated knowledge of best practices and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to research, analyze, problem solve and investigate discrepancies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Capable of working in a fast-paced, high volume work environment
Accommodation will be provided in accordance with AODA. If you require accommodations for disability during the recruitment process, please indicate this in advance.
We thank all candidates for their interest however only those selected to proceed will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, 2 year Contract
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shifts. Monday to Friday. In office only.
Experience:
- Microsoft Dynamics Navision: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location
If you are passionate about finance and have the necessary skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and become a valuable member of our team!
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Accounts receivable: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
