Established in 1980, Gracious Living Corporation is a leading Canadian manufacturer of Patio Furniture and Storage Products located in Woodbridge, Ontario. Gracious Living’s commitment to excellence in offering timeless design and quality construction is proudly reflected with internationally familiar brands.
Our products are manufactured and distributed throughout Canada, the USA, and Europe, and sold throughout over 12,000 North American major retail outlets.
Our people are fundamental to our success. We value our dedicated employees, who are committed to safety, quality and customer service ensuring our continued growth and success.
Building strong, transparent and long-lasting relationships with our employees, customers and suppliers is our backbone.
The Accounts Receivable & Payable Clerk is responsible for full-cycle processing of accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls. This role supports cash flow management, vendor and customer relationships, and financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.
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Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
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2–4 years of experience in accounts payable and/or receivable
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Strong understanding of accounting principles and processes
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (vendors & customers)
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Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
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Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Microsoft Office Suite
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Experience in a manufacturing or job-costing environment is an asset
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Understanding of Canadian tax requirements (HST/GST, cross-border transactions)
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Strong problem-solving and process improvement mindset
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Process vendor invoices by matching to purchase orders and receiving documentation
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Ensure proper approvals are obtained in accordance with company policies
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Prepare and process payment runs (cheques, EFT, wire transfers)
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Maintain accurate vendor files and supporting documentation
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Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies
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Actively monitor AP aging and identify overdue or disputed invoices
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Assist with cash flow planning by providing AP forecasts
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Ensure compliance with internal controls and approval workflows
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Support vendor onboarding, including collection of tax and banking information
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Generate and issue customer invoices, credit notes, and statements
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Perform collections and follow up on outstanding accounts
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Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies
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Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate records
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Prepare and process daily cash receipts and deposits
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Actively monitor AR aging and proactively escalate overdue accounts
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Assist with credit reviews and approvals
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Apply cash receipts and reconcile payments to customer accounts
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Support dispute resolution with internal teams (sales, operations)
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Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations
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Support audit requests and provide required documentation
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Prepare AR/AP reconciliations and ensure subledger tie-outs to the GL
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Assist with HST/GST tracking and reporting support
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Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
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Support automation and digitization of accounting processes
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Maintain accurate data within accounting/ERP systems
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Generate reports (AR aging, AP aging, cash flow, collections) for management
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Ensure data integrity across financial and operational systems
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Communicate effectively with internal departments (operations, purchasing, sales)
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Provide support to management and respond to inquiries
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Act as a liaison between finance and operations for billing, costing, and payments
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Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives, including process and system improvements
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Extended health and dental benefits
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RRSP/ DPSP Matching program
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Employee Assistance Program
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Onsite parking
Gracious Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a safe environment for all employees equally. We adhere to all guidelines set forth in the OHSA and the AODA and focus on inclusivity in all of our employment practices. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at the time of application.
