The role of the Accounts Receivable Clerk is to support the Accounting Team in accounting, bookkeeping and administrative capacities. As a part of the Accounting and Finance Team, you will be responsible for collecting outstanding payments from our suppliers. This is a full-time role, reporting to the Finance Manager.

REQUIREMENTS

• Complete fluency and clear comprehension of English is mandatory; both written and spoken.
• Comfortable using a telephone and calling suppliers
• Proven ability to work independently
• experience in an AR/AP or similar role
• Educational background in bookkeeping, Accounting, Finance, or similar will be considered an asset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Proactive, self-starting mindset

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 1 year (preferred

DAILY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain full cycle billing with suppliers using existing software

• Managing account records
• Create, update, and send statements

Monitor accounts to identify outstanding debts

• Implement plans to collect outstanding debts
• Contact suppliers to resolve unpaid bills
• Update account status records and collection efforts

Take actions to encourage timely payments

• Support suppliers; work with them to determine a course of action
• Has a routine for consistent follow-up by phone and email

Investigate historical data for each debt or bill
Process payments

Build rapport with internal and external stakeholders

• Responding to inquiries promptly
• Escalate information as needed to Finance Manager

Support department growth

• Support where needed
• Mentor and support in training within the department to grow skills of self and others

SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE

• Collections are up to date, followed up on, and documented using tracking systems
• You require minimal oversight and are a go-to person for financial clarity within the team
• Communication is handled with suppliers independently, building and maintaining a professional relationship
• Tracking is maintained and up to date, information can be confidently spoken about when asked.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Location:

• Calgary, AB T2T 5S8 (required)

Work Location: In perso