Accounts Receivable Specialist!

We are seeking an organized and customer-focused Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our client's Finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this individual will be responsible for managing day-to-day accounts receivable activities, processing customer payments, monitoring outstanding balances, and supporting general accounting and month-end activities.

The successful candidate will be comfortable communicating with customers primarily by phone and email regarding account balances, invoices and outstanding payments, combining strong accounting and administrative skills with a skilled, service-oriented approach. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with accounting systems, and interested in technology and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage customer accounts, invoicing, billing adjustments, and accounts receivable records.

- Process weekly pre-authorized debit (PAD), credit card, EFT, and other customer payments.

- Apply and reconcile payments, investigate discrepancies, and resolve account issues.

- Review aged receivables and proactively follow up with customers regarding outstanding balances.

- Communicate professionally with customers by phone and email regarding invoices, payments, and account inquiries.

- Work collaboratively with internal departments to resolve billing and payment discrepancies.

- Assist with basic bookkeeping, general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and month-end activities.

- Prepare accounts receivable reports, aging summaries, and supporting documentation.

- Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiencies, and support automation initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

- 3–5 years of experience in accounts receivable, billing, collections, or a related accounting position.





- Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or Business, or equivalent practical experience.

- Working knowledge of accounts receivable processes and basic accounting principles.

- Experience with accounting software such as Sage or Microsoft Dynamics is an asset.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and reconciliations.

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

- Excellent communication and customer service skills, with confidence handling customer inquiries and collection follow-ups.

- Basic general ledger, bookkeeping, and month-end experience is an asset.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities, recurring deadlines, and high-volume transactions.

The Ideal Candidate

- Customer-focused with a professional and solutions-oriented approach.

- Takes ownership and demonstrates strong accountability and follow-through.

- Highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented.

- Comfortable learning new technology and adapting to changing processes.

- Proactive, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement.

- A hands-on team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

If you are a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership, building efficiencies, and contributing to a collaborative Finance team, we want to hear from you!

- AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified human reviewers, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.

The posted salary range reflects expected compensation for this role in accordance with Ontario pay transparency requirements. Actual compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications and may fall anywhere within the range.

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📌 Accounts Receivable (Markham)
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