Accounts Receivable

We are seeking a full-time Accounts Receivable Lead for our manufacturing client based in Vaughan, ON

Responsibilities:

Lead and supervise the Accounts Receivable (AR) team, ensuring efficient operations and achievement of financial targets.

Evaluate and authorize sales orders in accordance with company procedures

Collaborate with the sales team to ensure comprehensive documentation and proper credit applications are filed for each sale

Monitor and process customer payments, address inquiries about customer accounts, and resolve any payment discrepancies.

Offer guidance and support to the sales team in dealing with unpaid invoices and assist in collections efforts.

Manage daily bank deposits and reconcile bank transactions.

Handle credit processing and returns, following established protocols.

Regularly review aging reports and take proactive measures by contacting customers with overdue balances to facilitate prompt payments.

Analyze and document information about customers' financial status and collection efforts.

Forecast cash receipts and escalate collection issues to the appropriate internal and external stakeholders.

Provide prompt and accurate responses to accounts receivable inquiries from employees and customers.

Assist in month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes and reporting, including accounts receivable and deferred revenue reconciliations.

Maintain meticulous and organized files and documentation, complying with company policies and accounting practices.

Undertake any other pertinent accounting duties as needed.

Skills/Experience:

Minimum of 3 years' experience in accounts receivable within an ERP environment.

Minimum of 3 years' experience in accounts receivable with collections and dispute resolution

Exhibit proficiency in customer collections, maintaining customer relationships, and assessing customer credit.

Demonstrated experience in preparing accounts receivable and deferred revenue reconciliations, along with monthly reporting.

Competency in data entry, generating invoices, forms, and reports using an ERP system.

Ability to make independent credit decisions based upon company guidelines

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements.

Must be proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Must be detail oriented and be able to work under pressure

Strong collaboration and team-oriented mindset.

Openness to giving and receiving feedback.

Job Type: Full-time