Accounts Receivable Specialist (12 Month Contract) - Guelph, ON
Job Type: Full Time / Contract (12 Month)
Location: Guelph, ON
Would you like to be a part of a revolution in agriculture in Canada? If so, we would love to hear from you!
At GoodLeaf Farms we are a proud Canadian company at the forefront of innovation, striving to grow food security for communities from coast to coast. We are breaking ground in an industry that is quickly proving itself to be sustainable, not only environmentally but economically and socially as well. We are focused on producing ultra-fresh greens, 365 days a year using no harsh chemicals, a carbon footprint that is just half that of a traditional farm and using less than 10% of the water traditionally used, to create a world where plants thrive!
Why work at GoodLeaf Farms?
It is our commitment to provide you with the work environment and tools necessary to be successful in your role. We hope that you will find your work here rewarding, challenging, and meaningful.
You will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level. GoodLeaf is growing and we want you to grow along with us!
We have an entrepreneurial and inclusive spirit with the heart of a startup.
We foster an environment of cooperation and communication.
We have competitive compensation and benefits
Every day at GoodLeaf Farms we get to help solve the challenge of food security for communities across Canada and do it in innovative ways that inspire healthy lifestyles. We think that’s exciting and the best reason of all to join us!
What we are looking for
The Accounts Receivable (AR) Specialist reports to the Assistant Controller or their designate and is responsible for administering and overseeing the company’s incoming payments, ensuring that all invoices are processed, payments are received, and accounts are maintained accurately. This role maintains the cash flow by ensuring timely payments, resolving discrepancies, managing trades and deductions, accurate booking and approval, and maintaining customer relationships.
What you will be doing
Create and maintain Customer master data in Sage based on Sales requirements.
Support the creation of processes, reports and monitoring of AR process and Trade deductions.
Process payments from customers from different methods in Sage.
Review bank accounts for collection, reconciling those with remittances and booking the collection in Sage in the Customer open item, and creating bank reconciliation in Sage.
Investigating payment discrepancies.
Monitor promotions and control deductions, applying correct bookings when receiving payments.
Responsible for Trade accruals based on a Promotion calendar.
Responsible of AR reconciliation, ageing control reports, and responding to business questions on Deductions accruals and Promotions booked in Sage.
Communicating with customers for delayed collections and deduction claims.
Responsible of Bank reconciliation.
Responsible for monitoring Brokers, booking and management of commissions in Sage, and communication with the Sales team.
Back up of AP Specialist when and where required.
Communicating with Sales about Promotions and approvals on extraordinary deductions.
All other duties as assigned.
Education and Qualifications
1-3 years experience in Accounts Receivable.
Experience working with SAGE X3.
Background in Accounting and Trade, with experience in food service.
Must demonstrate a high level of accuracy and good attention to detail.
Intermediate to advanced level experience in Microsoft Excel.
Great communication and detail oriented.
Reliable and resourceful.
Flexible and enjoys a fast pace.
GoodLeaf Farms is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at GoodLeaf Farms are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.