Accounts Receivable Clerk - Contract Position

Job summary

The Accounts Receivable Clerk will manage and reconcile a portfolio of customer accounts while investigating payment discrepancies and deductions. They will collaborate with internal departments to resolve account issues and ensure accurate financial records.

Job details

At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we are building more than products. We are building careers with purpose. As a proudly Canadian, family-owned leader in sustainable manufacturing, we transform 100% recycled plastic into innovative solutions used across North America. Sustainability is not just something we talk about; it is built into everything we do. We move fast. We solve problems. We take pride in doing meaningful work that makes a real impact. We invest in our people, promote from within, and create real opportunities for growth across our organization. If you are someone who rolls up your sleeves, thinks creatively, and is ready to grow with a company that is redefining sustainable manufacturing, this could be your next move. Accounts Receivable Clerk - 6-Month Contract Position Shelburne, ON (Hybrid) Salary: $50,000 At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, we believe finance is more than numbers. It's about solving problems, supporting our customers, and helping the business operate efficiently. We're looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our Finance team on a 6-month contract. This isn't your typical invoice processing role. You'll manage your own portfolio of customer accounts, investigate payment discrepancies, resolve deductions, and work closely with Sales, Operations, Customer Service, and customers to ensure accounts remain accurate and up to date. If you're naturally curious, enjoy solving puzzles, love working with data, and take pride in delivering accurate work, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do Manage and reconcile an assigned portfolio of customer accounts. Investigate payment discrepancies, customer deductions, shortages, pricing differences, returns, and claims. Review outstanding receivables and work proactively to resolve exception items. Submit documentation through customer portals to recover invalid deductions. Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, Logistics, and Finance to investigate and resolve account issues. Process credits, adjustments, write-offs, and account corrections. Support month-end reconciliation activities. Maintain accurate customer account records and documentation. Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency. What We're Looking For 1-3 years of Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Finance, or related experience. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities. Comfortable working with large volumes of data while maintaining accuracy. Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt in a fast-paced environment. Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem solving. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Experience working with ERP systems (SAP is an asset). Experience using customer portals or web-based business systems is considered an asset. Postsecondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is considered an asset. Manufacturing or high-volume transactional experience is considered an asset. Why Join Ice River? At Ice River Sustainable Solutions, you'll join a collaborative Finance team where your ideas are valued and your contributions make a real impact. We offer opportunities to learn, develop your skills, and grow your career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on innovation and sustainability. What We Offer Competitive salary of $50,000 based on experience Hybrid work environment 6-month contract Supportive and collaborative team culture A stable, growing Canadian company committed to sustainability If you're looking for an opportunity where you can take ownership of your work, continuously learn, and be part of a team that values collaboration and problem solving, we'd love to hear from you. Please let Ice River Sustainable Solutions know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Ice River Sustainable Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons. Note to Recruiting Agencies: Ice River Sustainable Solutions does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Ice River Sustainable Solutions recruitment. Beware of Recruitment Scams Fraudulent individuals may impersonate Ice River Sustainable Solutions employees or recruiters to obtain money, banking details, credit card information, or other personal information from job seekers. Ice River Sustainable Solutions will never charge candidates or ask candidates to pay a fee at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process. This includes applying for a position, participating in an interview, receiving a job offer, or completing pre-employment requirements. We will also never ask candidates to purchase equipment, transfer money, provide credit card information, or accept and redirect funds on our behalf. If anyone requests payment or financial information in connection with an Ice River Sustainable Solutions job opportunity, do not provide the information or send any money. Please verify the communication through Ice River Sustainable Solutions’ official website or established contact channels before proceeding.

What you’ll do

The Accounts Receivable Clerk will manage and reconcile a portfolio of customer accounts while investigating payment discrepancies and deductions. They will collaborate with internal departments to resolve account issues and ensure accurate financial records.

Requirements

Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience in accounting or finance and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP systems are highly valued for this role.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment
• Collaborative team culture
• Growth opportunities

Listed skills

• SAP · Preferred
• ERP systems · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Accounts receivable · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred
• data management · Preferred
• invoicing · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Accounts receivable
• Accounting
• Finance
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Data management
• Communication skills
• Microsoft Excel
• ERP systems
• SAP
• Customer portals
• Reconciliation
• Invoicing
• Process improvement
• Returns and Claims Management
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Organizational Skills
• Curiosity
• Self-Motivation
• Accounts Receivable
• Business Administration
• Business Systems
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Sales
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Problem Solving
• Operations
• Sales Operations
• SAP Applications
• Process Improvement
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Administrative
• Customer Service & Support
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Accounts Receivable Clerk
• Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
• Accounting Associate Professionals
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

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