Accounts Receivable Specialist - Dartmouth, Canada - Blue Water Group

Blue Water Group

Verified Company

Dartmouth, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Who we are?

Bluewater Group:
"Keeps you moving" - leaders in Warehousing & Logistics, Shipping supplies, Mobil branded Lubricants, for over 40 years. Bluewater Group has won the Deloitte Canada's Best Managed Companies Award 7 years in a row

At Bluewater Group we are committed and dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where our team feels comfortable to come to work everyday and most importantly enter the work environment knowing that they belong.

When you join our team you will have the ability to:

Learn the ins and outs of our Billing processes
Be a problem solver and go to person
Learn and thrive in an environment where there is always room for growth
Work directly with our corporate finance team
Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals

Summary

The Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist is a crucial member of the finance team responsible for managing and maintaining the company's accounts receivable processes.

The AR Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring the timely collection of outstanding invoices, accurate recording of transactions, and effective communication with customers regarding payment status and inquiries.

This position requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as a strong understanding of financial principles and accounting procedures.

Duties and responsibilities

Generate and issue accurate invoices to customers based on sales orders or services rendered.
Ensure that invoices contain all relevant information and comply with company policies and accounting standards.
Verify the accuracy of billing data, including pricing, quantities, and discounts.
Monitor accounts receivable balances and aging reports regularly to identify outstanding payments.
Set up payment arrangements and negotiate payment terms with customers when necessary.
Handle customer inquiries related to invoices, payments, and account balances in a timely and professional manner.
Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies to maintain accurate and uptodate records.
Conduct systematic and proactive collection efforts to minimize overdue accounts.
Identify and escalate highrisk or delinquent accounts to management for further action.
Prepare regular AR reports, including aging reports.
Collaborate with the finance team to provide insights into AR performance and trends.
Collaborate with sales, customer service, and other departments to resolve customer issues and ensure smooth payment processes.
Continuously identify areas for process improvement in the AR function and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications and competencies
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Must have's:_

A postsecondary education, preferably in Accounting, Operations, or Business Administration
12 years Experience in AR
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong aptitude for problem solving and creating efficiencies
Ability to prioritize conflicting demands
Desire to work in a challenging, fast paced environment with tight deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Maturity, professionalism, and high level of confidentiality and discretion
Strong work ethic with a positive, cando attitude
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
Willingness to lead and take initiative.
A drive to produce highquality work

If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your career and make your mark in a rapidly growing organization please apply

We thank all that apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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