Our client, a well-established organization located in Burlington , is looking to add an Intermediate Accountant to their Finance team. This is a newly evolving opportunity designed for an accounting professional who can provide immediate support across billing, accounts receivable and collections , while gradually expanding into broader accounting, process improvement and Finance team responsibilities.

The successful candidate will be a hands-on, proactive accounting skilled who enjoys solving problems, working collaboratively and taking ownership of their responsibilities.

Fluency in French and English is a must-have for this position. Strong spoken and written French is required, with Québécois French considered a strong preference.

Key Responsibilities

Billing, Accounts Receivable & Collections

- Provide additional support to the Billing team, including invoice preparation, processing and review.
- Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, customer account issues and payment inquiries.
- Assist with accounts receivable reconciliations and ensure customer accounts are maintained accurately.
- Monitor customer accounts, aging reports and outstanding balances.
- Conduct professional follow-up with customers regarding overdue invoices and outstanding balances.
- Maintain accurate collection notes and account documentation.
- Escalate complex or aged accounts as appropriate and work with internal stakeholders to resolve issues.
- Assist with cash application and ensure customer payments are accurately applied.
- Review transactions and investigate discrepancies, ensuring issues are resolved promptly.
- Identify opportunities to improve billing, AR and collections processes and strengthen internal controls.
- Maintain accurate and well-organized financial records and supporting documentation.
- Provide back-up coverage for key accounting responsibilities to support business continuity.





Accounting & Finance Support As the successful candidate becomes established in the role, responsibilities will expand to include:
- Supporting month-end close activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries and analysis.
- Providing back-up support across various areas of the Finance function.
- Developing a strong understanding of Finance team processes and responsibilities.
- Supporting ad hoc reporting, analysis and special projects.
- Working collaboratively with Accounting, Billing, Collections and other internal departments.

Process Improvement & Growth This role offers an chance to grow into a broader Finance position. Over time, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- Proactively identify operational gaps, inefficiencies and opportunities for process improvement.
- Take ownership of projects and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
- Help streamline billing, collections and accounting processes.
- Support improvements to financial controls, reporting and systems.
- Take on additional responsibilities as the needs of the business evolve.

Qualifications & Experience
- 3–5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
- Fluency in French and English is required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.
- Québécois French is strongly preferred.
- Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting principles and practices.
- Experience with accounts receivable, billing and collections.
- Experience with month-end close, reconciliations and journal entries.
- Strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting/ERP systems.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities.
- Proactive, self-directed and comfortable working in a role with evolving responsibilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- CPA designation is not required .

📌 Bilingual Intermediate Accountant (Burlington)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Burlington