Salary: $30 - 38 per hour
Reference: JOB-21044
Our client is a privately held North American manufacturer and distributor specializing in premium heavy-duty aftermarket components for Class 6, 7, and 8 trucks, buses, and trailers. They are looking for an Accounts Receivable Accountant for a 6-Month contract in Mississauga area 5 days in office.
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Receivable Accountant to join their Finance team. This role is responsible for overseeing the full accounts receivable cycle while supporting inventory receiving and related accounting functions. The successful candidate will ensure customer invoicing, collections, payment application, account reconciliations, and inventory transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable
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Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices in a timely manner.
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Apply customer payments and reconcile customer accounts.
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Monitor outstanding receivables and proactively follow up on overdue accounts.
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Investigate and resolve billing inquiries, payment discrepancies, deductions, and account issues.
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Process credit memos, adjustments, and write-offs in accordance with company policies.
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Reconcile the Accounts Receivable subledger to the General Ledger.
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Prepare customer statements, aging reports, and collection analysis.
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Support month-end and year-end close activities related to Accounts Receivable.
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Provide documentation and support for external audits.
Inventory Receiving & Inventory Accounting
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Receive supplier shipments into the company's ERP system.
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Verify received quantities against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipping documentation.
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Ensure inventory receipts are entered accurately and on a timely basis.
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Investigate discrepancies between purchase orders, receiving documents, and physical shipments.
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Work collaboratively with Purchasing, Warehouse, and suppliers to resolve receiving issues.
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Maintain accurate inventory records to support financial reporting and inventory accuracy.
Accounting & Financial Reporting
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Prepare journal entries related to Accounts Receivable and inventory transactions.
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Perform monthly account reconciliations.
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Assist with financial reporting and month-end close activities.
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Monitor customer payment trends and identify collection risks.
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Maintain organized accounting records and supporting documentation.
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Assist with special projects and other accounting responsibilities as assigned.
Must-Haves:
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Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable.
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Experience in a distribution, manufacturing, or inventory-based business environment is preferred.
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Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, NetSuite, Sage, or similar. Experience with Karmak is considered an asset.
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
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Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
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