Accounting Assistant, Accounts Receivable

Jobtailor; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join our Montreal team. You will sort, route, and post payments, prepare client and brand invoices, and monitor aging and balances to ensure accurate financial records.

Ideal candidates have 1 year in accounting or finance administration, proficiency with Excel or Google Sheets, and bilingual French/English communication. Prior experience with NetSuite or ERP systems is an asset.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, or finance administration.
• DEC/AEC or certificate in accounting or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Comfort with high-volume, detail-heavy work and ownership over accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage several small deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Excel or Google Sheets.
• Exposure to an ERP or accounting system; NetSuite is a plus but not required.
• Clear, polite written communication
• Discretion with financial and talent-related information
• Curiosity and genuine interest in learning how a finance team works
• Bilingual in French and English
• Initiative and collaborative attitude

Responsibilities

• Sort, triage, and route the finance inbox daily.
• Post incoming payments and receipts accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare, issue, and file client and brand invoices.
• Track overdue invoices, send reminders, and maintain aging information.
• Monitor open balances and flag reconciliation issues.
• Track missing purchase orders, backup, and approvals.
• Maintain filing, data entry, spreadsheets, and general Finance team support.
• Answer routine billing questions from agents, Talent Management, and Operations; escalate complex issues.
• Assist with accounts payable as needed.
• Identify repetitive steps, recurring errors, and process improvements.
• Report to Finance leadership and collaborate with the AR team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Data entry

Bilingual French/English

Organizational skills

Education

DEC

AEC

Accounting certificate

Tools

NetSuite

ERP Systems

Job description

• Sort, triage, and route the finance inbox daily
• Post incoming payments and receipts accurately and on schedule
• Prepare, issue, and file client and brand invoices
• Track overdue invoices, send first-line reminders, and maintain current aging information
• Monitor open balances and unapplied payments and flag reconciliation issues
• Track missing purchase orders, backup, and approvals
• Maintain filing, data entry, spreadsheets, and general Finance team support
• Answer routine billing questions from agents, Talent Management, and Operations; upscale complex issues
• Assist with accounts payable as needed
• Identify repetitive steps, recurring errors, and process improvements
• Report to Finance leadership and collaborate with the AR team

Requirements

• Around 1 year of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, or finance administration; internships and co-op terms count
• A DEC, AEC, or certificate in accounting, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Comfort with high-volume, detail-heavy work and ownership over accuracy
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage several small deadlines
• Working knowledge of Excel or Google Sheets
• Exposure to an ERP or accounting system; NetSuite experience is a plus but not required
• Clear, polite written communication
• Discretion when handling financial and talent-related information
• Curiosity and genuine interest in learning how a finance team works
• Bilingual in French and English
• Initiative, curiosity, positive attitude, collaborative spirit, ability to stay calm under pressure, self-starting and goal-oriented approach

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing accounts receivable, invoicing, and financial data entry. Proficient in using Excel or Google Sheets, with a foundational understanding of accounting principles and practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Accounts Receivable Management
• Invoicing and Billing
• Data Entry and Filing
• Excel or Google Sheets Proficiency
• Bilingual in French and English

Hard Skills

• Accounting
• Bookkeeping
• Finance Administration
• Invoicing
• Accounts Payable
• Data Entry
• Financial Reporting
• ERP Systems
• NetSuite
• Spreadsheet Management

Soft Skills

• Strong Organizational Skills
• Clear Written Communication
• Curiosity and Initiative
• Collaborative Spirit
• Ability to Stay Calm Under Pressure

Certifications & Qualifications

• DEC
• AEC
• Certificate in Accounting

Industry Keywords

• Finance
• Accounts Receivable
• Invoicing
• Payment Processing
• Financial Data Management