AR Technician

Parkland Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Corporation in Calgary is seeking an Accounts Receivable Technician to accurately apply payments to customer accounts and reconcile entries with bank statements using ERP systems. You will work across multiple processes to ensure clean, timely cash postings.

You will handle various payment methods (PADs, EFTs, EDIs, cheques, credit cards), investigate discrepancies, and collaborate with internal teams to support broader financial objectives.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in accounting, business administration or relevant experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in Cash Applications, Accounts Receivable or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem solving, analytical and organization skills.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the preparation and processing of various payment methods, including PADs, EFTs, EDIs, cheque deposits, and credit card payments.
• Access banking portals for report generation, inquiries, remittance documents, etc.
• Process NSF fees, void payments, or re-enter payments.
• Apply cash to customer accounts based on remittance advice in an accurate and timely manner.
• Reconcile payment entries with bank statements and validate entry accuracy with ERP systems.
• Investigate payment errors, misapplied items and rectify where required.
• Compile, review and investigate unapplied cash and on account balances.
• Assist and provide payment backup documentation to various departments.
• Effectively communicate with internal teams and contribute to broader team objectives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting or business administration

Tools

JDE (JD Edwards)

Great Plains

GetPaid

Microsoft Excel

Infosys

Job description

Competitive Benefits. Meaningful Extras. Unmatched Value.

• A place where you can take your career in the direction you want to grow and go

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Cash Applications, the Accounts Receivable Technician is responsible for the accurate and timely application of payments to customer accounts, and the validation and reconciliation of entries with our bank statements. The role utilizes both automated and manual processes to record customer payments using multiple systems.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the preparation and processing of various payment methods, including PADs, EFTs, EDIs, cheque deposits, and credit card payments, by using both automated processes into our existing ERP systems, or using manual processes.
• Access various banking portals for report generation, inquiries, remittance documents, etc.
• Process NSF fees, void payments, or re-enter payments.
• Apply cash to customer accounts based on customer remittance advice in an accurate and timely manner, redirecting incorrect payments as appropriate.
• Reconcile payment entries with bank statements and validate entry accuracy with the ERP systems.
• Investigate payment errors, misapplied items and rectify where required.
• Compile, review and investigate unapplied cash and on account balances.
• Assist and provide payment back up documentation, as requested, to various departments.
• Effectively communicate with internal teams and contribute to broader team objectives.
• Assist with other projects or duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in an accounting, business administration or relevant experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in Cash Applications, Accounts Receivable or an accounting/finance related field.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem solving, analytical and organization skills.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and work well in a team environment.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office, specifically Microsoft Excel.
• Previous experience with JDE, Infosys, Great Plains and GetPaid, preferred.

Humble. Hungry. Smart. Does this sound like you?

Do others describe you as being a down-to-earth achiever? Someone who thinks outside the box and always strives to do more than what is required. Someone who sees the bigger picture? You sound brilliant to work with!

We Want You To Shine:

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you will have an opportunity to notify us when scheduling your interview.

Belonging Matters. Because You Do:

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Our ability to work as one team across Canada, the United States and the Caribbean is foundational to our success. We show up as our authentic selves each day and create space for one another’s unique contributions.

We respect the diversecultures, traditions and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples and seek to achieve equitable partnerships and opportunities with Indigenous communities.

The Fine Print:

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the country in which they applied. Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol, and/or fitness for duty testing.

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