Accounts Receivable Clerk (Bilingual Cantonese/Mandarin) (Entry level)

Job Summary:
We are seeking an Accounts Receivable (AR) Clerk (Bilingual Cantonese/Mandarin) with 1+ years of experience to manage customer accounts, ensure timely collections, and provide excellent communication with store owners. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payment collection and maintaining accurate records in a fast-paced environment, preferably in the food industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and process accounts receivable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing.
• Regularly contact store owners to follow up on outstanding invoices and collections.
• Reconcile the AR ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Maintain and update customer accounts in accounting software.
• Prepare and send account statements, invoices, and payment reminders to clients.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve payment discrepancies or customer queries.
• Generate reports on AR status and provide updates to the finance team.
• Assist with month-end closing and AR reconciliation processes.
• Maintain positive relationships with customers and act as the point of contact for payment issues.
• Perform general administrative tasks as needed to support the accounting team.

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of relevant experience in Accounts Receivable or collections, preferably in the food industry.
• Proven experience in contacting salespeople or customers to collect payments.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and AR processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively handle difficult conversations.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics NAV, QuickBooks, Xero, etc.) and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle payment disputes professionally.

Join our team as an Accounts Receivable Clerk where you can contribute to our financial success while developing your skills in a supportive environment!

Location: 44 Milner Ave, Scarborough, ON M1S 3P8

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $37,500.00-$40,000.00 per year

Flexible language requirement: French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Scarborough, ON M1S 3P8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Do you have your own car for commuting to work?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Accounts Receivable (AR) Clerk: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• Ability to listen to, and write in Chinese (Cantonese/Mandarin) (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• G2/Full G driver's licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-01-31