Accounts Receivable Clerk

About us: Vast-Auto Distribution, a subsidiary of O’Reilly Automotive Inc., is a leader in auto parts distribution and retail across Eastern Canada. It is part of O’Reilly Auto Parts that operates more than 6,000 stores, with more than 92,000 team members across the USA, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Canada under the Parts City Auto Parts and O’Reilly Auto Parts banners. Your contribution Under the supervision of the Regional Accountant, the incumbent is a trusted member of the Accounting Team. The Accounts Receivable Clerk must maintain good relations with clients and ensures that the amounts due are collected in accordance with internal procedures. Responsibilities of the position Perform accurate data entry of detailed information into financial systems; Performs check cashing and recording; Receive, match, reconcile, incoming cash transactions with invoices; Prepare, enter and process cash receipts in accounting systems; Conduct credit investigations in a discreet and efficient manner, make recommendations; Prepare daily deposits; Generate and submit various reports; Process delinquent files in conjunction with supervisor and store managers; Apply credit limits, and validate variances with supervisor and managers; Responds to customer inquiries; Issue monthly invoices; All other job related tasks. Do you have what it takes to meet the challenge? Dynamic with a good ability to learn quickly; Able to demonstrate flexibility and manage multiple tasks simultaneously; Thoroughness and rigor to ensure the integrity of data entries; Strong ability to interact positively with various partners in the organization; Proven ability to meet deadlines; Self-motivated and determined to work in a continuous improvement process. Your qualifications? 3 to 5 years of experience in a related position; Professional degree in accounting or related field (an asset); Strong knowledge of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook); Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English Location and work environment: The workplace is located at 1120 Old Innes Road, Ottawa, K1B 3V2. Free parking is available on site. What Sets Us Apart Grow and succeed in a value-driven workplace that supports your professional development, all within the stability of a Fortune 300 organization. Exposure to best practices and tools across a large North American organization, opening doors to diverse career pathways. Career growth opportunities through our Promote from Within philosophy. Competitive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance, RRSP, and additional employee benefits. Commitment to inclusion: We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value different perspectives and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. OUR COMMITMENT TO OUR CUSTOMERS AND OUR TEAM MEMBERS: We are ENTHUSIASTIC, HARDWORKING PROFESSIONALS, who are DEDICATED to TEAMWORK, SAFETY/WELLNESS, and EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE. We practice EXPENSE CONTROL while setting an example of RESPECT, HONESTY, and a WIN-WIN ATTITUDE in everything we do. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to send us your resume. If your application is retained, we will contact you to schedule an interview. Note: Vast Auto Distribution doesn’t use AI for job screening purposes

The Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for maintaining client relations, processing cash transactions, and performing accurate data entry into financial systems. They also conduct credit investigations, prepare daily deposits, and manage delinquent accounts in coordination with store managers.

Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of experience in a related accounting role and possess strong proficiency in MS Office applications. A professional degree in accounting or a related field is considered an asset for this position.

• Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Life insurance • Long-term disability insurance • RRSP • Free parking

• Time managementPreferred
• Customer servicePreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• Cash handlingPreferred
• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Data entryPreferred
• Microsoft WordPreferred
• Microsoft OutlookPreferred

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• Data entry
• Cash handling
• Reconciliation
• Credit investigations
• Financial reporting
• Invoicing
• Customer service
• MS Office
• Excel
• Word
• Outlook
• Communication
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Cash Receipts
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Check Cashing
• Self-Motivation
• Quick Learning
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounting
• Accounting Systems
• Artificial Intelligence
• Deposit Accounts
• Customer Service
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Data Entry
• English Language
• Financial Systems
• Microsoft Outlook
• Investigation
• Customer Inquiries
• Teamwork
• Enthusiasm
• Honesty

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Retail
• Logistics
• Accounts Receivable Clerk
• Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
• Accounting Associate Professionals
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week