Accounts Receivable Lead

Vaco by Highspring; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 48,216 - 52,348; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Alberta is seeking an Accounts Receivables Lead for a 4-6 month contract position. The role involves leading and supervising the AR team, ensuring compliance with accounting policies, managing invoicing, and implementing process improvements. Candidates should have strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of accounts receivable operations. This hybrid position offers a competitive hourly rate of CA$35 to CA$38.

Qualifications

• Experience managing an accounts receivable team effectively.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and AR best practices.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounts receivable team in daily operations.
• Oversee invoicing and maintain AR integrity.
• Manage collection efforts and monitor aging reports.
• Prepare monthly AR reports with key performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Accounts Receivable Management

Analytical Skills

Process Improvement

ERP Systems

Excel Proficiency

Tools

ERP software

Excel

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$35.00/hr - CA$38.00/hr

Job Title: Accounts Receivables Lead

Job Type: 4-6 Month Contract, Hybrid, in Calgary, Alberta.

Job Salary: $35 - $38

Job Description:

• Lead and supervise the accounts receivable (AR) team in day-to-day operations, training and developing staff for coverage and career growth.
• Oversee invoicing: review and approve invoices, credit memos, adjustments, and manage month-end AR accruals and rebate entries.
• Maintain AR integrity through reconciliation of customer accounts, resolution of discrepancies, and accurate record-keeping.
• Monitor and act on aging reports, manage collection efforts, including weekly collection calls and tracking Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
• Manage cash forecasting and collection variances from week to week, supporting accurate forecasting of collections.
• Prepare and deliver monthly AR reports and key metrics for management, including DSO and other performance indicators.
• Collaborate with sales and customer service to resolve billing issues and align AR processes across Canadian teams.
• Assist with month end accounting tasks such as accruals, reconciliations, and month-end close support as needed
• Ensure compliance by supporting audits, enforcing internal controls, and aligning with company accounting policies.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to boost AR efficiency and accuracy.
• Utilize ERP systems and Excel to drive AR operations; bring deep understanding of accounting principles and AR best practices.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Finance and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Insurance and Financial Services

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