Accounts Receivable and Credit Manager

Codex Office Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in office supplies and services is seeking an Accounts Receivable and Credit Manager in Toronto. This role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance with financial standards, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and a finance qualification, along with strong analytical and leadership skills. The company offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

23 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays

Flexible and Hybrid Working Options

On Site Free Gym Access

Company Pension Scheme with Life Assurance

Educational Assistance Program

Colleague Reward & Recognition Scheme

Onsite canteen with coffee, light breakfast and snacks

Staff parking

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a management position within Accounts.
• Qualified Accounting Technician or similar finance qualification required.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 8, including 4 direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial reporting standards.
• Monitor AR metrics and provide insights for improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Qualified Accounting Technician

Tools

Microsoft NAV

Job description

Accounts Receivable and Credit Manager

Reporting to: Head of Finance

Department: Finance

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Monday – Friday

ABOUT US

Established in 1979, Codex has grown to be the market leader in the provision of a wide range of office supplies, furniture, and print services across Ireland.

Over the past 40+ years, our organisation has been steadily building on the core values that got us started - Ambition, Customer First, Innovation, Integrity and Belonging. Today, we employ over 90 team members around the country, with an annual turnover of over €35 million in 2024 and have ambitious plans to grow further.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Accounts Receivable Manager will manage a team of 8, including 4 direct reports, ensuring that best practices are followed across credit control, invoicing, collections, and customer account reconciliation. This individual will play a key role in supporting the Head of Finance and will require strong analytical skills, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to build effective relationships across finance, sales, and customer service teams.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Manage a team of 8, including 4 direct reports
• Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and offer continuous development and training opportunities to the AR team
• Management of customer rebate process
• Ensure the AR team follows established procedures, processes, and internal controls
• Manage day-to-day activities of team including resolution of queries, allocation of customer payments and month end close activities
• Continuous focus on implementation of process improvement initiatives, reviewing the ‘as is’ and identifying areas for enhanced efficiencies.
• Monitor AR metrics and KPIs (e.g., Days Receivable Outstanding, payment accuracy) and provide insights to senior management on opportunities for improvement
• Assist in preparing month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accurate AR balances and compliance with financial reporting standards
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and applicable laws (e.g., sales tax, VAT) in all AR transactions
• Develop and enforce internal controls to prevent fraud and errors, ensuring segregation of duties and approval workflows are followed
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and assisting with audit queries
• Working as part of a wider management team to build and support companywide objectives
• Provide cover for Head of Finance to include employee leave, payment approval and payroll changes.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• 5+ years’ experience in a management position within Accounts in Ireland
• Qualified Accounting Technician or similar finance qualification required.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (Microsoft NAV experience is a distinct advantage)
• Experience managing and motivating a team
• A logical, methodical approach to problem-solving
• Excellent numerical skills and strong Excel skills
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Strong organisation and planning skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and forward-thinking capabilities
• High level of discretion with confidential information
• Setting and facilitating the achievement of department objectives

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Salary DOE
• 23 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
• 3 Days of Annual Celebratory Leave
• Extensive Family Friendly Policies
• On Site Free Gym Access
• Flexible and Hybrid Working Options
• Company Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Educational Assistance Program
• Colleague Reward & Recognition Scheme
• Onsite canteen with coffee, light breakfast and snacks provided.
• Staff parking
• Certified Great Place to Work

To apply please submit your CV/Resume to [e-mail]

Due to the high volume of applications received, we regret that we are unable to respond to all applications. Only those suitable for this position will be contacted.