Accounts Receivable Specialist

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Guelph; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time

Mon-Fri day shift

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals (Guelph) is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist for a full-time on-site role in Guelph, ON. You will join a collaborative accounting team handling invoicing, collections, customer account management, and maintaining accurate financial records in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of AR experience, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with accounting software and Excel.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Manufacturing or packaging industry experience is asset.
• Strong understanding of AR processes, invoicing, collections, and account reconciliations.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Generate and issue customer invoices accurately and on time.
• Monitor outstanding accounts and follow up on overdue payments.
• Apply payments accurately and reconcile customer accounts.
• Maintain accurate AR records, logs, and supporting documentation.
• Investigate and resolve customer account discrepancies.
• Prepare aging reports and support weekly AR summaries.
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts receivable.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Invoicing

Collections

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Guelph, ON

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Day Shift | On-Site

Express Employment Professionals is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist on behalf of a growing manufacturing company in the Guelph area.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative accounting team where you’ll play a key role in invoicing, collections, customer account management, and maintaining accurate financial records. If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Accounting

• Generate and issue customer invoices accurately and on time.
• Monitor outstanding accounts and follow up on overdue payments.
• Apply payments accurately and reconcile customer accounts.
• Maintain accurate AR records, logs, and supporting documentation.
• Investigate and resolve customer account discrepancies.
• Prepare aging reports and support weekly AR summaries.
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts receivable.

Customer & Internal Support

• Communicate professionally with customers regarding payments, statements, and account status.
• Work closely with sales, operations, and accounting teams to verify billing information.
• Support cash application, reporting, and audit requirements.
• Assist with improving AR processes to increase accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain strong customer relationships while ensuring timely payment follow-up.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of Accounts Receivable experience.
• Manufacturing or packaging industry experience is considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of AR processes, invoicing, collections, and account reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to handle customer payment discussions professionally.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Proactive, organized, and team-oriented approach.

What Our Client Offers

• Permanent full-time opportunity.
• Monday to Friday day shift.
• Competitive salary of $50,000–$55,000 per year.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to grow with a fast-paced and expanding organization.
• Career development opportunities.

Express Employment Professionals (Guelph) is a licensed Temporary Help Agency operating in full compliance with the Ontario Employment Standards Act, Pay Transparency requirements (effective January 1, 2026), the Ontario Human Rights Code, and all applicable Temporary Help Agency regulations. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and do not require Canadian experience. Applicants are advised that artificial intelligence tools may be used to support initial screening, assessment, or selection processes. Express Employment Professionals provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process upon request. This job posting and any associated applicant information will be retained for a period of three (3) years in accordance with provincial regulations.