Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant – Accounts Receivable & Payable to join our team.

This role will support the day-to-day accounting function, with a primary focus on accounts receivable, customer payments, account reconciliation, and collections, while also assisting with accounts payable and general bookkeeping duties.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, accurate, comfortable communicating with customers regarding outstanding accounts, and experienced using QuickBooks Online. Experience with Xero is considered an asset.

Duties

- Process and accurately record customer payments in QuickBooks Online and Xero.
- Maintain the accounts receivable ledger and monitor outstanding customer balances.
- Follow up professionally with customers regarding overdue invoices and payment status.
- Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, short payments, credits, and account variances.
- Perform regular accounts receivable reconciliations to ensure customer accounts are accurate and up to date.
- Prepare account statements, aging reports, and other AR analysis as required.
- Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payments, credits, and account balances by phone and email.
- Work collaboratively with Sales and Customer Service teams to resolve customer account issues.
- Assist with invoice processing, data entry, and general bookkeeping.
- Support accounts payable functions, including entering supplier invoices and assisting with payment reconciliation.
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records and supporting documentation.




- Assist the accounting team with month-end processes and other accounting-related duties as required.

Requirements
- Previous experience in an Accounts Receivable, Accounting Assistant, or similar accounting role.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online is required.
- Experience with Xero is considered an asset.
- Strong understanding of accounts receivable, accounts payable, bookkeeping, and general accounting principles.
- Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with professional phone and email etiquette.
- Comfortable following up with customers regarding overdue accounts and resolving payment issues.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly with account reconciliations and discrepancies.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced workplace.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets would be an asset.

What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, follows through on outstanding items, and enjoys keeping accounts organized and accurate. This is a great opportunity for an accounting skilled looking to build their experience across both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable while working as part of a collaborative team.

Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Accounting Assistant – AR/AP (Burnaby)
🏢 Sexy Living
📍 Burnaby