Accounts Receivable Specialist, MBIB

MBI Brands is one of Canada's largest privately held restaurant companies. The Company currently franchises and/or operates two premium QSR brands: Mary Brown's Chicken and Fat Bastard Burrito. Both brands have established MBI Brands as a nationally recognized franchisor of choice. At MBI Brands, we're more than just a workplace—we're a family. As one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and a certified Great Place to Work, we take pride in fostering an environment where team members can grow, thrive, and make meaningful contributions.

We are a team of Operators Who Care, strongly focused on excellence, best-in-class service, and caring for our guests, teams and communities across the globe. We celebrate our people—from new hires to our most tenured employees—creating a culture built on respect, inclusivity, collaboration and teamwork. With nearly 400 locations worldwide and plans to double our footprint in the next few years, we are embarking on exciting expansions globally. Join us on this incredible journey, where your career growth will be as fulfilling as the meals we proudly serve.

Job Title: Accounts Receivable ("AR") Specialist

Reports to: Accounting Manager, MBI Brands ("MBIB")

The AR Specialist supports the Finance team by invoicing customers, completing account reconciliations and resolving billing discrepancies, and communicating with customers to ensure the timely collection of accounts receivable. This role supports both brands for MBIB - Mary Brown's Chicken ("MB") and Fat Bastard Burrito ("FB").

Essential functions

Duties:

• Generate all weekly and monthly invoicing for franchisees, including chargebacks and other service fees
• Set up and maintain customer/franchisee accounts in the finance system; process changes, credits or adjustments as needed
• Post and apply cash receipts, reconcile customer accounts, and ensure accurate cash application
• Monitor outstanding receivables, including construction and project balances, produce AR aging reports, and follow up with franchisees and vendors
• Assist month end close by preparing journal entries, accruals, performing AR ledger reconciliations and supplier allowance
• Maintain accurate documentation of correspondence, adjustments, and account status
• Work cross functionally with franchisee owners, operations and procurement to ensure consistent, reliable billing, supplier allowances and collections processes
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in billing, collections and AR reconciliation workflows
• Processing month end reports and assisting Accounting Manager with period close activities
• Data Entry, filing, and other duties as required

Attitude and Professionalism

• Actively participates in positive and constructive communication
• A team player, who provides support to colleagues and has a hands-on approach
• Conducts themselves in a solutions-based approach, solving problems collectively and reporting any concerns at an appropriate time to your manager
• Actively adhere to all MBIB policies and if needed, clarify through communication

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of 2+ years' experience in a junior-intermediate accounting role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Excellent attention to detail and very effective organizational skills with ability to manage deadlines efficiently
• Strong analytical skills in reviewing accounts and accounting problems
• Able to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
• Proficient in accounting/ERP software (i.e. Sage 300, Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle) and Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrates professionalism in handling all matters
• Ability to think strategically, problem solve and work well in a team

Education / Certification

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred)

We are proud to offer a range of unique and attractive benefits:

• 100% employer-paid extended health benefits coverage including dental coverage, critical illness coverage, life insurance, and long-term disability
• Eligibility to participate in our retirement savings plan with employer match
• Minimum of three weeks paid vacation
• Career advancement opportunities and professional development stipends
• Wellness programs, with an on-site gym and personal trainer

MBI Brands is an equal opportunity employer and equally considers all applicants. Should you require an accommodation through the selection process, please reach out to us at , or at hr@