Why Join AAG?
At AAG, we build more than world-class CNC machines—we build careers.
As our Accounts Receivable Associate, you’ll have a direct impact on our overall financial success. You’ll take ownership of important accounts receivable activities while working closely with customers and teams across the organization.
This isn’t a role where you’ll simply process transactions. You’ll investigate discrepancies, resolve account concerns, support collections, and identify opportunities to improve how we work. Your attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to build positive customer relationships will make a meaningful difference every day.
We offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your ideas are valued and your contributions are visible. You’ll gain hands-on experience across a variety of accounting activities while continuing to build your knowledge and develop your career.
If you’re an accounting professional who enjoys solving problems, building relationships, and taking pride in accurate and dependable work, we’d love to hear from you.
About AAG
AAG is a leading global manufacturer of CNC Router Machines and Knife Systems. Designed and built at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Waterdown, Ontario, and Tallmadge, Ohio, our CNC machines are supplied and supported through a global network of sales and service professionals and authorized dealers.
We are committed to profitable growth and responsible management for the benefit of our customers, suppliers, shareholders, and employees. Our teams are engaged, innovative, and passionate about driving positive change throughout our organization, our customers’ businesses, and the communities where we live and work.
Learn more by visiting our website: www.axyz.com
About the Role
As our Accounts Receivable Associate, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day management of accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, payment processing, collections, account reconciliations, and customer account maintenance.
You’ll help ensure customer invoices and payments are processed accurately, outstanding balances are followed up on promptly, and customer accounts remain complete and up to date. You’ll also work directly with customers and internal teams to resolve billing and payment issues while supporting month-end activities, reporting, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You’ll Do
You’ll:
- Prepare, process, and post customer invoices accurately and on time.
- Process and apply customer payments, including EFTs, cheques, wire transfers, and credit card transactions.
- Maintain accurate customer accounts and investigate payment discrepancies.
- Monitor outstanding accounts and proactively follow up on overdue invoices.
- Communicate professionally with customers regarding payment status, account inquiries, and billing concerns.
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve payment disputes in collaboration with Sales and Customer Service.
- Review customer credit information and assist with credit applications and account maintenance.
- Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and provide updates on collections and outstanding balances.
- Follow up on outstanding sales orders and help ensure timely invoicing.
- Complete month-end accounts receivable reconciliations and support other month-end close activities.
- Prepare bank deposits and reconcile customer receipts.
- Generate accounts receivable reports and provide analysis to support cash-flow management.
- Assist with audit requests by preparing supporting documentation.
- Maintain accurate and organized accounting records and documentation.
- Support internal controls and follow established financial policies and procedures.
- Assist with other accounting and administrative responsibilities as required.
What You’ll Bring:
- A post-secondary diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Two to three years of accounts receivable or related accounting experience.
- A strong understanding of invoicing, payment processing, account reconciliations, and collections.
- Experience processing customer payments and maintaining customer accounts.
- Experience using an ERP or accounting system. Experience with Epicor or a similar ERP system is considered an asset.
Skills and Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who takes pride in accuracy, builds positive customer relationships, and follows through on commitments.
You’ll also bring:
- Strong customer service and relationship-management skills.
- Professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- A high level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- A proactive and professional approach to collections and resolving account concerns.
- The ability to handle confidential financial and customer information with discretion.
- The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
- A positive attitude, dependable work ethic, and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Successful completion of pre-employment screening.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $55,000–$60,000 annually, based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Accessibility and Accommodations
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Interview Process and Use of Technology
We conduct a combination of in-person and virtual interviews. Virtual interviews are conducted through Microsoft Teams and may be recorded and transcribed. We may use AI-enabled tools to support our hiring team with notetaking, interview summarization, and internal training. These tools are not used to make hiring or recruitment decisions.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
- Do you have a post secondary degree or diploma in accounting?
- Do you have Epicor ERP experience?
- Do you have previous ERP experience?
- Do you have experience in resolves collections by examining customer payment plans, payment history, credit line; coordinating contact with collections department.
- This position is based on a full-time, in-office arrangement requiring attendance at the Waterdown office during office hours five (5) days per week, subject to business needs. Are you able to meet this requirement?
- What are your salary expectations?
- Do you have 2-3 years prior Accounts Receivable accounting experience?
Work Location: In person
