Accounts Receivable Clerk

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Position Overview:

Finning Canada is looking to hire a temporary Accounts Receivable Clerk for 12-months, responsible for processing and allocating daily payments to customer accounts. This is a hybrid role based in Edmonton, with 3 days per week required in the office depending on business needs.

In this position, you will work with various financial software systems to ensure payments are processed quickly and accurately. You bring strong attention to detail, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

This entry-level role is ideal for someone looking to start or grow their career in accounting and finance. The hourly rate for this position is $22 to $25 per hour, based on experience.

Job Description:

Allocating payments

• Allocate payments to correct invoices as per customer or collector request in a timely manner.

• Enter and allocate all payments received by cheque, credit card, direct deposit, fax deposit, cash and deposits from remote branches to the appropriate accounts.  Ensure that general ledger payments are assigned to the correct codes for accurate reporting.

• Review unallocated payment to determine if an invoice has been released and able to match. Investigate unallocated payments that require GL coding and work with contacts around the business to obtain coding.

• Ensure bank statements match funds received into allocation software.

Deposit cheques

• Review cheques received for correct date, company name and signature.

• Compile and deposit cheques to the appropriate entity.

Customer service

• Answer funds received enquiries in a timely manner. Assist branches with deposit inquiries or payment verifications.

• Contact Customers for allocation details

• Provide correct banking information for deposits in different divisions

Education & Experience Requested:

• Possess related post-secondary education

• Proficiency with MS Office applications and internal systems.

• Knowledge of accounting processes and terminology

• Time management, prioritization, and independent problem solving

• Solid organizational, interpersonal and customer service skills

• Concise clear written and verbal communications

• Effective and efficient keyboarding and data entry skills.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.