AR - Accounts Receivable Technician

2 days ago

VaudreuilDorion, Montérégie, Canada Fast Tire Co Full-time $55,000 - $76,000 Contract

Overview

Fastco is seeking a detail-oriented Intermediate Level Accounts Receivable Technician to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a background in accounts receivable. This role requires a meticulous and organized individual who can efficiently manage customer accounts, proactively engage with customers to facilitate timely payments, and oversee the day-to-day processing and management of payments for incoming orders.

Responsibilities

Order Management 10 %

  • Manage customer orders on a day-to-day basis, ensuring orders are processed accurately and efficiently.
  • Follow up on orders identified as prepaid to obtain and confirm payment.
  • Release orders for processing and shipment once payment has been received and verified.
  • Work closely with the Customer Service Representative (CSR) team to coordinate order status, payment, and release requirements.
  • Maintain clear and timely communication with internal teams to ensure orders are processed without delays.

Customer Communication & Customer Account Reconciliation 20 %

  • Build and maintain positive relationships with customers to facilitate smoother collections processes.
  • Address customer inquiries related to invoices, payments, and account balances in a professional and timely manner.
  • Work closely with the customer service, sales, and marketing teams to ensure accurate and timely invoicing.
  • Reconcile customer accounts and resolve any billing discrepancies.

Customer Collections 40%

  • Implement effective collection strategies to minimize outstanding receivables.
  • Communicate with customers to address payment delays, resolve disputes, and negotiate payment plans.
  • Monitor and manage aged receivables, taking appropriate actions to accelerate cash inflows.

Cash Application 30%

  • Accurately apply incoming payments to customer accounts using our ERP software.
  • Reconcile discrepancies between payment amounts received and outstanding invoices.
  • Investigate and resolve payment-related issues promptly.

Qualifications And Skills

  • Have a minimum of 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable with a strong understanding of accounting principles.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills for interacting with both internal teams and external customers.
  • Proficiency in using an ERP system and Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
  • Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and customer account reconciliation.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Have a DCS, ACS in accounting or administration, college level.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written French & English needed to ensure communication with clients across Canada.
  • Master of the MS Office suite mainly Excel and Outlook.
  • Knowledge of SAP Business by Design would be an asset.