Accounts Receivable Specialist
Our Company
At VELUX, we offer you a world of opportunities and the chance to create a bright future. From the forefront of sustainable indoor living, we enable those who live, work and play under the roof transform their spaces and live a healthier everyday life with more daylight and fresh air. Each year, we make a meaningful difference by reinvesting 90% of our profits back into our communities, our workforce, and the environment through our charitable foundations.
We are a strong value based company where mutual respect, commitment and social responsibility are among the core values and teamwork and professionalism is essential to the way we work.
About the Job
The primary purpose of this position is to work closely with VELUX customers in reviewing potential credit applications and establishing and collecting of accounts on a timely basis to ensure positive cash flow for the company. This position will also interact with Customer Service, Sales Representatives and VELUX customers in resolving issues involving terms, discounts, and billing/shipping discrepancies. This position reports to the Finance & Accounting Team Lead.
Job Responsibilities
- Credit investigation and decision making of new accounts.
- Collection calls.
- Credit review of orders held for shipment.
- Researching discrepancies.
- Cash application including cheques, credit cards, wires, e-transfers, etc.
- Addressing customer inquiries.
- Compiling various end of month accounting reports and statements.
- Maintain customer business partner information within our software system.
- Assist Director of Finance with monthly preparation of the financial statements.
- Assist Director of Finance with quarterly preparation of the financial forecast.
- Work on special projects as needed.
Qualifications
- An Associates Degree is required.
- Bilingual in English and French is an asset.
- General Accounting/Booking experience is preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required.
- Must possess excellent problem solving skills.
- Good time-management and task prioritization abilities.
- Project a positive and professional image.
- Good overall work record.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: To be discussed
Benefits:
- Group health and dental insurance plan
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company matched RRSP retirement plan
- Flexible health spending account
- Educational Assistance program
- Sick/Personal day program
- Service recognition
- Performance incentive program
- And much more
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm with 1 hour for lunch
This position is being offered as a remote position
VELUX Canada Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
We thank you for your interest in this position. We will only reply to those candidates that are chosen for an interview.
Find out more about VELUX Canada at velux.ca
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Pay: From $5,624.00 per month
Application question(s):
- Are you bilingual (spoken and written) in English and French?
- How many years of experience do you have?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakville, ON L6J 7V5
