Accounts Receivable Clerk

STATUS: Permanent/Contract

LOCATION: Barrie, Kingston, Oshawa, Ottawa, Peterborough, ON

APPLY BY: April 25, 2025

SALARY RANGE: $25-$32/hr

WHY WORK WITH CAMBIUM?

You want to be a part of a successful, dynamic and fast-growing consulting and engineering company built on quality people doing quality work in a rewarding environment. We help build Ontario. We have offices in Ottawa, Whitby, Barrie, Kingston, and Peterborough.

Our team is fun and friendly. Whether it's trips to sporting events, movie nights, monthly socials, or weekend retreats, our team likes to have a good time together.

Our team is hard-working. You’ll need to be flexible and able to manage priorities. Sometimes the days are long. But you are always compensated for your efforts. And we support balance with generous paid time off entitlements.

Our team is proud. Donating a portion of our net income each year to important causes and events. Winning awards. You’ll find it easy to feel good about working with Cambium.

CAMBIUM REWARDS

Our focus on caring for the employee as a whole person is apparent in the way we reward our people:

• A competitive salary and a 100% employer paid benefits program, that includes critical illness, long term disability, life insurance, and health and dental coverage
• Generous vacation entitlements, paid personal days plus sick time allotments to take care of you and your family
• The opportunity to participate in an employer sponsored Registered Pension Plan (RPP), company profit sharing opportunities, company ownership opportunities
• Financial support for your professional development and flexible scheduling to help you integrate work and family life

DO YOU HAVE THE RIGHT STUFF FOR CAMBIUM?

You are a detail-oriented team player who works with a high level of integrity in managing sensitive financial information. You have a strong set of personal values that align with Cambium’s values. You have a positive outlook and attitude. You fit well in a cohesive, cooperative team, where you want to make lasting relationships. You have an internal drive to meet high standards and provide quality effort for great outcomes. You engage with others to create mutual understanding and trust.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

As the Accounts Receivable Clerk, under the direction of the Accounting Supervisor, you will be primarily responsible for completing a variety of AR and accounting functions including following up on outstanding payments, preparing statements, and assisting with filing project related documentation according to company procedures. This role is pivotal in maintaining the financial health of the organization by efficiently handling invoicing, payment tracking, and customer account reconciliation. The AR Clerk will contribute to the overall efficiency of the accounting department and help uphold Cambium's commitment to financial integrity and customer satisfaction.

JOB DUTIES

• Prepare and distribute Monthly Statements to clients
• Assist in monthly, quarterly, year-end closing procedures and reporting
• Collect retainers and payments from clients
• Post client payments within the company’s accounting system and complete bank deposits
• Assist with maintaining client records
• Act as a main point of contact for clients regarding AR
• Assist with AR related risk management, contract administration, and legal processes
• Assist with project invoicing in coordination with Project Finance Clerks and Project Leads
• Provide assistance to Accounting Supervisor and Senior Finance Manager, on an ad hoc basis
• Maintain an accurate and complete trail of supporting documentation for all financial and AR activities.
• Comply with company policy and procedures at all times.
• Provide finance related administrative support as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in a general accounting/bookkeeping or AR role
• A post-secondary diploma or degree in accounting, finance or business administration
• Strong knowledge of collections regulations and fair credit practices
• Knowledge of the Ontario Construction Act considered an asset
• Strong mathematical aptitude and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to listen and clarify fluently (reading, writing and oral) in English.
• Excellent computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, TEAMS, and other project-related software and databases; experience with Ajera considered an asset
• Ability to work independently, while also being able to collaborate as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and influence
• Excellent customer service orientation
• Flexible and adaptable to changing needs
• A high level of integrity and pride in quality work
• Desire to succeed and continuously learn
• Valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle