At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage high-volume accounts receivable, assist with payroll and accounts payable tasks.
- Company: Established manufacturing organization in the Niagara region.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Convenient St. Catharines location with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a stable company and broaden your accounting skills across multiple functions.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in accounts receivable, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Our client, a well-established manufacturing organization in the Niagara region, is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their team.
This position is ideal for a high-volume AR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong customer relationships, and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records.
Reporting to the Controller, the successful candidate will primarily support the accounts receivable function while also assisting with payroll and accounts payable activities as required.
Key Responsibilities Accounts Receivable (85%)Process high-volume customer invoicing and cash applications Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on outstanding receivables Investigate and resolve customer payment discrepancies and deductions Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate records Prepare collection notes and escalate delinquent accounts when necessary Communicate regularly with customers regarding account status and payment arrangements Generate AR reports and analysis for management Support month-end closing activities, account reconciliations, and reporting requirements Payroll Support (10%)Assist with bi-weekly payroll processing for 30 employees Review time and attendance records for accuracy Support payroll data entry and payroll-related recordkeeping Assist with payroll inquiries and reporting requirements Accounts Payable Support (5%)Process vendor invoices and expense reports Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents Assist with vendor account reconciliations Provide coverage and support during peak periods and team absences Qualifications3+ years of experience in accounts receivable, collections, or credit administration Experience working in a high-volume transaction environment Previous experience supporting payroll functions is considered a strong asset Familiarity with accounts payable processes Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and basic reporting Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Excellent communication and customer service abilities Manufacturing industry experience is considered an asset What Sets You Apart Ability to balance collection activities with maintaining positive customer relationships Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving issues Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support broader accounting functions Why Join?Stable and growing manufacturing organization Collaborative and supportive team environment Opportunity to broaden your accounting experience across AR, payroll, and APCompetitive compensation and benefits package Convenient St.
Catharines location This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.
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