Receivables Clerk

Working at Walker 

At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.

About the Job

Are you looking to start or grow your career in finance, accounting, or credit operations? This part-time, temporary Receivables Clerk role is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a corporate Head Office environment while maintaining work-life balance.

Reporting directly to the Corporate Credit Manager, you will play a key role in processing customer payments and supporting the Credit and Collections teams. This position is ideal for entry-level candidates, recent graduates, or professionals seeking a career change into finance. You'll work alongside experienced team members in a professional, collaborative setting where accuracy, organization, and customer service are essential.

Salary range of $30,000 - $33,000 based on experience and qualifications.

What You'll Be Doing 

• Receiving, reviewing, and processing customer payments such as cheques, credit cards, and electronic funds transfers (EFTs).

• Performing customer account reconciliations by matching credits and debits as needed.

• Supporting the Collections team by providing invoices and backup documentation to customers through online portals, email, or mail.

• Assisting the Credit team with maintaining accurate customer master data, including billing addresses and responding to billing-related inquiries.

• Providing vacation and absence coverage for members of the Credit and Collections teams.

• Completing administrative tasks such as ad hoc reporting, filing, scanning, data entry, and record retrieval.

• Offering backup support to the Credit and Collections teams and assisting with other related duties as assigned by management.

Here's What You Need

• A minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent), with coursework in bookkeeping or accounting preferred.

• At least one year of accounting or related experience (entry-level candidates with relevant education are encouraged to apply).

• Familiarity with Oracle Cloud is an asset but not required.

• The ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage workload with minimal supervision.

• Strong numerical skills and a high level of accuracy.

• Customer service skills to professionally handle inquiries and resolve issues.

• A basic understanding of computer systems and accounting software.

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Professional telephone etiquette and the ability to navigate automated phone systems.

What's in it for you 

• You become part of a team you can count on

• A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing

• Leaders who support your growth and success

• Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance

• Give back to our communities with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events

If you're looking for a role where you can learn, contribute, and grow within the finance industry — we'd love to hear from you.

At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we'd love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.  We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.  

Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.