Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Emterra Group; Oakville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emterra Group seeks an Accounts Receivable Coordinator to join their finance team in Oakville. The role involves managing customer account collections and ensuring accurate billing to support the company's financial stability. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and has a customer-focused approach, with required experience in accounting and proficiency in relevant software. Emterra offers competitive wages, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive wages and annual increases

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee discount programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience.
• Bilingual (English & French) preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Generate and send invoices to customers in a timely manner.
• Monitor customer accounts for non-payment and follow up.
• Assist with month-end closing and reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Focus

Education

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting Software (Business Central)

Job description

Who We Are

Emterra Group is adynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organization have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable Coordinator to join our finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the collection of customer accounts, ensuring accurate billing, and maintaining strong relationships with clients to support timely payments. This position plays a key role in maintaining the company’s cash flow and financial stability. Are you an energetic and team-oriented collaborator with experience in Accounts Receivables? This role is for you

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and send out invoices to customers in a timely and accurate manner
• Monitor customer accounts for non-payment, delayed payment, and other irregularities
• Follow up with clients via phone, email, or mail regarding outstanding invoices
• Apply payments to customer accounts and reconcile discrepancies
• Prepare aging reports and escalate collection issues when necessary
• Maintain up-to-date records of all receivables and collection activities
• Coordinate with sales, operations, and customer service to resolve billing issues
• Assist with month-end closing, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Comply with company policies and accounting standards
• Support audits and provide requested documentation

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2+ years of accounts receivable or general accounting experience, preferably in the waste or environmental services, manufacturing or logistics sector.
• Bilingual (English & French) strongly preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, and Excel in addition to Accounting Software systems such as Business Central.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to process information quickly using multiple sources.
• Open to direction and feedback from team members to ensure accurate and consistent work.
• A customer focused approach to dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to function in a deadline driven environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work well with employees at various levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Other duties as assigned.
• This is a fully onsite role, in Oakville.

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
• Competitive wages and annual wage increases!
• Comprehensive health benefits (drug, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the Company!
• Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support!
• Employee discount programs!
• Be part of an organization that wans to learn and grow!
• Ability to have impact and make change!
• A solid organization within which youcandevelop your competencies for futuregrowth.
• A family-oriented culture with an entrepreneurial mind-set that encourages you to take ownership of your role and effectchange.

Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now! We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted.

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.