Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Recruitment Partners Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Partners Inc. is seeking an Accounts Receivable professional to support collection, cash application, and customer account management processes in Edmonton, Canada.

You will ensure accurate payment application, timely collections, and resolution of account discrepancies with a customer-focused approach. The role requires attention to detail and strong AR experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in accounts receivable and collections.
• Solid knowledge of accounts receivable operations, payment application, and collection methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to reconcile customer accounts and investigate and resolve payment-related variances.
• A high level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and confidently with customers.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record and allocate customer payments received through various payment channels.
• Review accounts receivable aging reports and initiate timely follow-ups on overdue invoices and outstanding balances.
• Analyze and resolve payment variances, underpayments, and customer account disputes.
• Perform customer account reconciliations and ensure all supporting records are complete and up to date.
• Prepare credit notes, account adjustments, and write-offs in line with established company policies and procedures.
• Maintain current and accurate customer account information, including credit terms and relevant supporting records.
• Generate accounts receivable reports and provide management with regular updates on collection activities and progress.
• Review and process customer credit applications while assisting with ongoing credit assessments.
• Address customer questions and concerns related to account balances, billing statements, and payment transactions.
• Assist with audit requirements and contribute to the continuous improvement of collection strategies and accounts receivable procedures.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Payment application

Collections

Reconciliations

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Time management

International AR

Audit support

Job description

Our client is seeking an Accounts Receivable professional to support the organization's collection, cash application, and customer account management processes. This role is responsible for ensuring customer payments are applied accurately, outstanding balances are collected in a timely manner, and account discrepancies are resolved efficiently. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounts receivable experience, excellent attention to detail, and a customer-focused approach.

Your Success Will Be Defined By Your Ability To

• Accurately record and allocate customer payments received through various payment channels.
• Review accounts receivable aging reports and initiate timely follow-ups on overdue invoices and outstanding balances.
• Analyze and resolve payment variances, underpayments, and customer account disputes.
• Perform customer account reconciliations and ensure all supporting records are complete and up to date.
• Prepare credit notes, account adjustments, and write-offs in line with established company policies and procedures.
• Maintain current and accurate customer account information, including credit terms and relevant supporting records.
• Generate accounts receivable reports and provide management with regular updates on collection activities and progress.
• Review and process customer credit applications while assisting with ongoing credit assessments.
• Address customer questions and concerns related to account balances, billing statements, and payment transactions.
• Assist with audit requirements and contribute to the continuous improvement of collection strategies and accounts receivable procedures.

Your strengths include:

• At least five years of experience in accounts receivable and collections.
• Solid knowledge of accounts receivable operations, payment application, and collection methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to reconcile customer accounts and investigate and resolve payment-related variances.
• A high level of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and confidently with customers.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Background in manufacturing, industrial, automation, or a similar sector is an advantage.
• Experience managing accounts for both domestic and international customers is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with customer credit assessment procedures and accounts receivable internal controls is preferred.