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Established in 2004, Select Finishing is a leader in the finishing and coatings industry with over two decades of excellence in powder, e-coating, and liquid finishes. We're known for our commitment to safety, quality, and strict adherence to ISO and AAMA standards.
Job Overview
Job Title: Accounting Clerk Department: Accounting
NOC Code: 12200 Reports to: Financial Controller
Labour Type: SG&A Direct Reports: None
Job Purpose
The Accounts Receivable Specialist is accountable for the integrity of the accounts receivable cycle, ensuring accurate billing, timely cash application, and effective resolution of customer discrepancies in a high-volume automotive contract manufacturing environment. The role provides transactional support across accounts payable, bank reconciliations, and government remittances, working within the company’s ERP system (Epicor CMS).
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the accounts receivable cycle, ensuring customers are billed accurately and payments are collected and applied in accordance with company terms.
- Resolve billing and payment discrepancies with customers and internal departments, protecting revenue accuracy and the integrity of customer accounts.
- Support the accounts payable function in the accurate and timely processing of vendor obligations.
- Prepare bank reconciliations across company accounts for Financial Controller review, ensuring transactions are completely and accurately recorded and supporting documentation is maintained.
- Prepare and file government remittances in compliance with statutory requirements and deadlines.
- Support monthly financial reporting through the preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and supporting data as directed by the Financial Controller.
- Maintain the integrity of receivables and payables data and processes within the company’s ERP system (Epicor CMS), and support system changes affecting those functions.
- Maintain organized, audit-ready records and identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and reliability of transactional accounting processes.
Qualifications
- College diploma in accounting, finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in accounts receivable or a similar transactional accounting role.
- Experience in a manufacturing or automotive supplier environment is a strong asset.
Skills and Competencies
- Proficiency with accounting software, including QuickBooks; experience with Epicor CMS or other mid-market ERP platforms (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, NetSuite) is a strong asset.
- Solid Excel skills to support reconciliation and reporting work.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.
- Effective communication skills for interaction with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies.
Physical and Mental Effort
- Primarily a desk-based role requiring extended periods of computer use.
- Sustained mental focus is required for accuracy in financial data processing and reconciliation.
Working Conditions
- Office environment with standard working hours.
- Occasional overtime may be required during month-end, year-end, and peak financial periods.
Other Requirements
- Flexibility to adapt to evolving financial processes, systems, and technologies.
CAD $60,000 - $80,000 Salary
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package.
- Collaborative Work Environment: Thrive in a team-oriented and innovative workplace.
- Room for Growth: We are an evolving company who supports internal advancement and employee development.
Join Us:
This is your chance to play a pivotal role in our key operations at Select Finishing.
Please apply now to join our team and make a significant impact!
Select Finishing is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and accessible work environment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by the Ontario Human Rights Code.
We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the OHRC. If you require any accommodation to participate in the hiring process or to perform the essential duties of the position, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful, dignified, and confidential manner.
We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
