Accounts Receivable Team Lead

Emterra Group; Oakville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management organization based in Oakville, Ontario seeks an Accounts Receivable Team Lead. This role involves overseeing billing operations, managing customer relationships, and leading a small team to ensure efficiency and accuracy in accounts receivable processes. Candidates should have CPA studies or designation and experience in a similar role. Join us in making a positive environmental impact while enjoying competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Competitive wages

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Final year of CPA studies or CPA designation required.
• Proven experience in Accounts Receivable or credit control preferred.
• Strong understanding of billing, collections, and reconciliation processes.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting systems.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial administration across divisions.
• Lead and mentor a team of Accounts Receivable professionals.
• Oversee daily Accounts Receivable operations.
• Supervise the billing process ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Build strong relationships with customers.

Skills

Final year of CPA studies or CPA designation

Experience in Accounts Receivable

Leadership or supervisory experience

Strong understanding of billing processes

Proficiency in accounting systems

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Navusoft

Business Central

Material Manager

Job description

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, 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).

As the Accounts Receivable Team Lead, you will oversee and support the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Receivable function across multiple business divisions within our waste and recycling organization. You’ll lead a small, high-performing team to ensure accurate billing, timely collections, and strong customer relationships that support the company’s financial health and growth.

Position Description

• Manages and coordinates the overall financial administration of the assigned division(s).
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 2–3 Accounts Receivable professionals to achieve departmental goals and performance targets.
• Oversee daily Accounts Receivable operations, ensuring efficient and accurate processes.
• Manage the customer onboarding process, including setup and data maintenance within business systems such as Navusoft, Business Central, and Material Manager.
• Supervise the billing process across multiple divisions, ensuring invoices are issued accurately and on time in line with service contracts.
• Monitor and manage Accounts Receivable aging, ensuring prompt follow-up on overdue balances.
• Reconcile customer accounts, apply payments, resolve discrepancies, and communicate payment details in a timely manner.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers through clear, professional communication.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement to increase efficiency and enhance accuracy in the AR function.
• Manage the month-end closing process for Accounts Receivable, including reporting and reconciliation activities.
• Collaborate with operational teams to address and resolve AR-related issues.
• Ensure the team meets collection targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Uphold compliance with company policies, financial procedures, and internal controls.

Skills & Qualifications

• Final year of CPA studies or CPA designation.
• Proven experience in Accounts Receivable or credit control, with leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of billing, collections, and reconciliation processes.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting systems (e.g., Navusoft, Business Central, Material Manager).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience in the waste and recycling industry is advantageous but not essential.

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
• Competitive wages!
• Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company!
• Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support!
• Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
• Ability to have an impact and make a change!

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 Groupis committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our dedicated Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Specialists. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis.