Commis à l’application des paiements (Contrat) / Cash Application Associate (Contract)

WolseleyCanada; Laval; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolseley Canada is seeking an Accounting Specialist for a hybrid position based in Laval. The candidate will handle payment applications, account reconciliations, and discrepancies while working in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong analytical skills and a minimum of three years’ experience in accounting, along with proficiency in both English and French.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role.
• Professional and courteous demeanor.
• Basic accounting knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Verify payments and ensure documentation accuracy.
• Apply customer payments to accounts and adjust for short payments.
• Research duplicate payments and manage record retention.

Skills

Analytical skills

Independence

Communication in French

Communication in English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Wolseley Canada, our strength lies in the knowledge and insight found throughout our organization. Here, you’ll build strong relationships and support critical industries that touch the lives of Canadians. Every day, we show up with intention and pride; in ourselves, our associates, and our customers. You’ll have a solid foundation to try new things, uncover new possibilities, challenge yourself, and grow your career. Does this sound like somewhere you’d like to be?

Wolseley Canada is the leading wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC/R, waterworks, and industrial products in the country. Working here means a network of possibilities, a place you are valued, and a higher standard.

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Position Overview:

The incumbent will be responsible for accurately applying payments to customer accounts, analyzing payment histories, and performing account reconciliations. They will focus on resolving payment discrepancies, researching unidentified customer accounts, and collaborating regularly with the credit/collection department. The ideal candidate enjoys working hands-on in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Position Details:

This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days per week in the Laval office. The contract duration is approximately 4 months.

Responsibilities:

1. Verify payments and ensure all documentation, including check numbers and amounts paid, are correct.
2. Compile, batch, and apply customer payments to accounts.
3. Prepare accounts receivable adjustments for short payments.
4. Perform daily balancing of the general ledger.
5. Assist with resolving balancing issues in the cash report.
6. Research duplicate and erroneous payments.
7. Manage archiving, record retention, and audit support.
8. Review unidentified deductions and forward to the appropriate finance analyst.
9. Contact customers as needed to clarify payment applications.

Qualifications:

1. Basic accounting knowledge.
2. Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role.
3. Bilingual in English and French to communicate across the country.
4. Strong analytical skills.
5. Ability to work independently.
6. Professional and courteous demeanor.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred.

We review each submitted CV individually and retain it for 24 months for future opportunities matching your skills and qualifications.

Note: This position requires a satisfactory criminal record check. A criminal record under the Criminal Code or other federal offenses does not automatically disqualify you from consideration.