Accounts Receivable Specialist

Proforce Personnel; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a well-established international fashion group with a Canadian satellite office in Kirkland, Quebec, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist. You will manage customer accounts, follow up on payments, and collaborate with finance, sales, and customer service teams to ensure accurate financial records.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, independence, and proactive communication while supporting daily accounting tasks and delivering a professional payment experience to

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable or general accounting.
• Bilingual in French and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Professional and confident communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and accounting software.
• Experience with Acomba or a similar accounting system is an asset.
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Proactive, reliable approach and willingness to take ownership of responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account records.
• Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Communicate with customers regarding account balances, payments, and inquiries.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies in collaboration with sales and customer service.
• Support the team with general accounting and administrative tasks as needed.
• Help ensure a smooth and professional experience for customers throughout the payment process.

Skills

Bilingual in French and English

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Our client is a well-established international fashion group recognized for creating high-quality womenswear brands across Europe and North America. Their Canadian team, located in Kirkland, Quebec, operates as a close-knit satellite office while playing an important role in supporting the company's North American sales, customer service, and finance operations.

They are currently looking for a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Receivable Specialistto join their team of three. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, building relationships with customers, and taking ownership of their work.

As the Accounts Receivable Specialist, you'll be an important part of the day-to-day financial operations of the business. You'll work closely with the finance, sales, and customer service teams while managing customer accounts and helping ensure payments are processed and followed up on efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account records
• Monitor aging reports and proactively follow up on outstanding receivables
• Communicate with customers regarding account balances, payments, and inquiries
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies in collaboration with sales and customer service
• Support the team with general accounting and administrative tasks as needed
• Help ensure a smooth and professional experience for customers throughout the payment process

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable or general accounting
• Bilingual in French and English, both written and spoken
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Professional and confident communication skills
• Proficiency with Excel and accounting software
• Experience with Acomba or a similar accounting system is an asset
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• A proactive, reliable approach and willingness to take ownership of your responsibilities