Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Accounts Receivable, the A/R Co-ordinator is responsible for daily administration of Cash Receipts and Debit notes, and following procedures to ensure accurate and timely resolution of deductions, and that collections are up to date. The A/R Coordinator is accountable for adherence to professional and ethical accounting standards, and for tracking, processing, and reporting financial information within set deadlines. This role will effectively deal with customers to resolve outstanding invoices, deductions and interact closely with the Sales, Supply Chain, Trade Spend and Customer Service teams, and also research issues pertaining to outstanding accounts.
Key Accountabilities
Responsible for administration of customer deductions.
Responsible for any miscellaneous deductions as relates to cash application.
Accountable for the daily preparation of deposits, banking, and processing of cash receipts – EFT and Cheques
Respond to internal and external customers' inquiries relating to Accounts Receivable.
Investigate and process outstanding customer deductions on a daily basis.
Place collection calls and sending emails as required.
Send out customer statements as required.
Follow up on shortage/damage/return claims from customers in a timely manner.
Release customer orders in system
Follow month end process as per schedule.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
Requirements
Minimum 2 years’ experience in accounting.
Knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to meet deadlines and multi-task.
Highly organized, detailed oriented individual with excellent analytical capabilities.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.
