Accounts Receivable Specialist

The PUR Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the consumer goods sector is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist for a 14-month contract position in Toronto. Responsibilities include managing daily A/R activities like invoicing, collections, and account reconciliations, as well as developing collection strategies. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of A/R experience, along with proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of direct A / R experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience with EDI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle daily A / R activities, including invoicing and cash applications.
• Develop collection strategies and manage chargebacks.
• Act as liaison between customers and sales to resolve issues.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Analytical

Confidentiality

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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The PUR Company is a category disrupting brand with a market-leading position. Our rapid growth is driven by our differentiated, better-for-you products and a deeply loyal consumer base. We’re a team of entrepreneurial thinkers, passionate about what we do, and committed to expanding distribution and launching new products—all while having fun and acting with PURpose!

If this excites you, we’d love to hear from you! The PUR Company is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team.

What you will do

The Accounts Receivable Specialist will handle daily A / R activities, including invoicing (primarily via EDI), cash applications, deductions management, collections, account reconciliations, and monthly reporting. You may also assist with claims, refunds, adjustments, and other related transactions.

Please note, this is a 14-month contract position with potential for extension.

Responsibilities

• Post A / R data to financial reports and documentation.
• Balance daily A / R batches and prepare income reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial records.
• Develop collection strategies to ensure timely payments.
• Investigate collection issues and advise customers on policies.
• Arrange payments for outstanding accounts and escalate as needed.
• Resolve billing discrepancies and misapplied transactions.
• Manage chargebacks and classify deductions.
• Review compliance with internal departments.
• Act as liaison between customers, sales, and other units to resolve issues.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of direct A / R experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.
• Experience with EDI is a plus.
• Strong ability to manage accounting figures accurately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of collection regulations and credit practices.
• High moral judgment handling confidential info.
• Experience in data gathering and financial reporting.
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy.
• Positive team attitude and strong work ethic.
• Analytical, organized, and capable of prioritizing tasks.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.

All candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

We appreciate your interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

PUR is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodations under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please advise us if you require accommodation during the hiring process.

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