Job Summary

Gerry's Roofing & Siding Inc. is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper / Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our team on a part-time basis. This entry-level position will primarily support invoicing, payment processing, account reconciliation, and the collection of outstanding customer balances.

Previous bookkeeping or accounts receivable experience is preferred but not required. We are willing to train a motivated candidate who is organized, comfortable working with numbers, and eager to learn. This can be an excellent opportunity for a college student or someone beginning a career in bookkeeping, accounting, or finance.

Responsibilities

- Prepare and send accurate customer invoices
- Protect confidential customer and financial information
- Record and process customer payments
- Monitor accounts receivable balances and payment due dates
- Contact customers professionally regarding overdue invoices
- Follow up on outstanding balances by phone and email
- Apply payments to the appropriate customer accounts
- Maintain accurate and organized financial records
- Research and help resolve billing or payment discrepancies
- Assist with account reconciliation and basic bookkeeping tasks
- Provide regular updates regarding overdue accounts
- Support the accounting and administrative teams as needed

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bookkeeping, accounting, or accounts receivable experience is preferred but not required
- Current coursework in bookkeeping, accounting, finance, or business is helpful
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy




- Good organizational and time-management skills
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable communicating with customers about outstanding payments
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with email and spreadsheets
- Ability to work independently and follow established procedures
- Dependable, trustworthy, and willing to learn

Bookkeeping or accounting certification is not required.

Preferred Skills

- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
- Experience with QuickBooks, Xero, or similar accounting software
- Previous customer service or office experience
- Basic understanding of invoicing and accounts receivable

What We Offer

- Flexible part-time hours
- Hands-on bookkeeping and accounts receivable experience
- Training and support
- Opportunity to develop practical accounting and business skills
- Chance for advancement and future full-time

How to Apply

Please submit your résumé through Indeed. A cover letter is optional. In your application, briefly describe any relevant coursework, office experience, customer service experience, or familiarity with bookkeeping and accounting software.

Gerry's Roofing & Siding Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 24.0 per week

Benefits

- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Burlington, ON L7T 2X5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Junior Bookkeeper/AR Agent (Burlington)
🏢 Gerry's Roofing u0026 Siding
📍 Burlington