POSITION:  Accounts Receivable Clerk - Toronto

About Collins Barrow Toronto LLP

Collins Barrow is committed to the highest level of integrity, quality and professionalism and provides clients with solutions in the area of Audit, Tax and Transaction Services.

Collins Barrow is Canada’s largest association of Chartered Accounting firms and the eighth largest group of chartered accountants in Canada. Known as Canada’s mid-market alternative for audit, tax and advisory solutions, we have developed a reputation for being a real choice for quality and value added financial advice.

Our global reach extends beyond the more than 40 offices in Canada into 110 countries worldwide through our affiliate, Baker Tilly International, the eighth largest accountancy and business advisory network in the world. Together, we offer clients an established platform and access to the highest quality resources for audit, tax and transaction support in the global market place.  Independent, responsive and trusted. We are the true national alternative. Collins Barrow, Clarity Defined.

If you are looking for a firm that offers you a career path and a place where you can make a difference, look no further.  Collins Barrow Toronto is waiting for you.

We are currently looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk

Your primary responsibilities will include:

To provide financial, clerical and administrative services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate payment of accounts under his or her control.

• maintain up-to-date billing system
• carry out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines
• reconciliation of accounts
• monitoring customer account details for non payments, delayed payments and other irregularities
• maintain accounts receivable customer files
• follow established procedures for processing receipts, cash etc
• prepare bank deposits
• investigate and resolve customer queries
• process adjustments
• organizing a recovery system and initiate collection efforts
• communicating with customers via phone, email, mail or personally

A successful candidate will have: 

Education and Experience

• 5-7 years accounts receivable collections, billings and general accounting experience in an accounting or professional services environment
• knowledge of accounts receivable, aging and management processes
• knowledge of office administration and procedures
• knowledge of general bookkeeping procedures
• proficient in relevant computer applications (CCH Practice – formerly PACS)

Key Competencies

• attention to detail and accuracy
• interpersonal skills
• excellent communication skills and personable telephone manner
• organizational skills
• information management
• problem-solving skills
• decision-making skills

Application Information: 

Interested candidates are asked to email their cover letter and resume to lajohnston@collinsbarrow.com