Accounts Receivable Associate

AR Associate

Reports to: Manager, Accounting

Position Overview:

The Accounts Receivable Associate is responsible for reviewing account information, correcting discrepancies, and ensuring that accounts are correctly billed and that payments are collected.

To succeed in this role, the incumbent will be detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated, with excellent communication and record-keeping skills.

Key Functions & Duties:

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Processing, verifying, and posting receipts for goods sold or services rendered.
Researching and resolving account discrepancies.
Processing and recording transactions.
Maintaining records regarding payments and account statuses.
Obtaining information from other departments to ensure accurate and complete records and that accounts receivable ledgers and journals are current.
Working with the collections department to review accounts, client payments, and credit history and develop new or improved repayment terms.
Performing administrative and clerical tasks, such as data entry, preparing invoices, sending bill reminders, filing paperwork, and contacting clients to discuss their accounts.
Generating reports and statements for internal use.
Engaging in ongoing educational opportunities to update job knowledge.

Required Education, Experience & Abilities:

Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field.
At least 3 years experience in a similar role.
Strong computer skills, especially with bookkeeping software.
Excellent communication, research, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
High level of accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
Attention to detail. Construction knowledge an asset Experience with Jonas and or Trux an asset Proficient in Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, and Outlook)

Why work with YORK1?

Our employees are essential in helping us achieve our mission of providing exceptional service and innovative solutions through our infrastructure and environmental services to some of Ontario’s largest commercial and residential projects.

They are the foundation of our success and represent our greatest strength. We focus on investing in our employees through career development and are building a culture of success that you can be a part of.

YORK1 supports diversity, equity, and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination.

We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate in the recruitment, selection, and assessment process, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodations needed to any materials or processes used to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.

We thank everyone who applies; however, only the most qualified applicants will be contacted.