Accounts Receivable TechnicianPosition OverviewReporting to the Accounts Receivable Lead, the Accounts Receivable Technician will be responsible for the accounts receivable operations for Universal Rail Systems (URS) and its subsidiaries. This individual will also be responsible for process improvement recommendations, implementation and partnering with external departments to properly process invoices, maintain customer files, and reconciliation of financial systems.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESPerform the day to day processing of financial transactions to ensure URS finances are maintained in an effective and accurate mannerMaintains and updates computerized accounts receivable recordsCarry out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlinesReconcile accounts receivable sub-ledger to General LedgerAssists the intermediate accountant with journal entries (as needed)Reconcile and monitor customer accounts with outstanding past due invoices and/or short paymentsCommunicate with employees, managers, and customers to clarify information and to explain the billing process. Complete credit analysis and review for current customersMeet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner,



and demonstrate respect to othersEnsure the confidentiality and privacy of financial records as they relate to the organization and its customersEnsure job files are maintained and all relevant information is correctly filedOther duties as requiredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESStrong interpersonal, communication and customer service skillsStrong understanding of Account Receivable and functions of such rolesStrong computer skills are required with proven proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)Practical knowledge of computerized accounting systemsStrong General Ledger coding skillsAbility to multi-task, prioritize tasks and quickly adjust in a rapidly changing environmentEffective and proven organizational skills to meet multiple deadlines and handle multiple tasks in a high pressure and demanding work environmentAbility to enter and update data in accounting records accurately. Highly detailed orientedAbility to work independently as well as in a team environmentDemonstrate ability to perform maturely and professionally ensuring complete confidentiality of sensitive and confidential informationDemonstrate the ability to think critically, act logically to evaluate situations, solve problems, and make decisionsJOB REQUIREMENTS2-4 years of Accounts Receivable experience (equivalencies with experience will be considered); experience with CMiC ispreferred.A degree or diploma in Commerce, Business Administration, or equivalent discipline.Experience working in the industrial industry and/or construction industry.#ECORP

📌 Accounts Receivable Technician (Oakville)
🏢 Colonial Group
📍 Oakville