Accounts Receivable Accountant

This role will focus on managing the company's accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring the smooth flow of financial transactions, and supporting overall financial operations. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

key duties and responsibilities

Regularly track and review bank transactions across multiple accounts to ensure accurate and up-to-date financial records.
and manage the weekly cash position, facilitating timely payments and ensuring adequate cash flow for operations.
Establish and configure new customer accounts, ensuring correct currency and tax settings.
Set up new vendor accounts, ensuring the correct currency and applicable taxes are applied.
Establish and update vendor bank account templates as needed, with changes confirmed verbally.
Accurately book all scrapers freight invoices into the system for proper financial tracking.
Book all sales invoices, both intercompany and external customer invoices (excluding parts sales), into the accounting system.
Update spreadsheets and upload invoices as part of regular tasks for DLL.
Handle customer inquiries and issues promptly via email or phone, ensuring customer satisfaction and timely resolution.
Regularly monitor accounts receivable aging reports, following up on overdue receipts and managing collections.
Maintain oversight of accounts payable aging, ensuring timely payments to vendors and suppliers.
Send out customer statements after month-end or as requested, ensuring accuracy in billing and transparency.
Accurately record and reconcile receipts from customers into the accounting system.
Create and submit supplier payments for approval, including ACH, cheque, and wire transfers.
Generate inter-company payments for approval as part of inter-company financial management.
Record all relevant bank transactions into the accounting software for accurate and comprehensive financial tracking.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Required

Strong knowledge in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and financial transactions.
Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to handle customer issues effectively.
Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in work.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in an accounts receivable or accounts payable role, or a similar finance-related position.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or similar platforms) and Microsoft Excel.
Experience in handling customer and vendor inquiries and resolving financial discrepancies.
Strong understanding of financial processes, invoicing, and reconciliation practices.
Previous experience working with inter-company transactions is a plus.