We are looking for an experienced Intermediate Accountant to join our team in Guelph, Ontario. This is a contract position where you will play a vital role in supporting the accounting team with daily operations and financial processes. The role offers a hybrid work environment, requiring two to three days per week in the office. Responsibilities: • Manage the full-cycle Accounts Payable process, including weekly disbursements through various payment methods. • Process customer payments and returns, ensuring accuracy in cash applications. • Monitor Accounts Receivable aging, follow up on overdue accounts, and conduct collection outreach as necessary. • Generate and review credit hold reports, addressing any issues related to delinquent accounts. • Record daily cash entries, perform bank reconciliations, and resolve any discrepancies promptly. • Track and address customer disputes via the portal, ensuring timely resolution. • Prepare accurate journal entries and assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations. • Maintain organized customer and accounting records to ensure compliance and accessibility. • Compile reports on deductions, penalties, aging balances, and other metrics for management review. • Provide additional support to the accounting team as needed to ensure smooth operations.

• A minimum of 3 - 5 years of accounting experience in a similar role.• Familiarity with AS400 and experience with Dynamics 365 is considered an asset.• Proficiency in office applications, particularly Excel at an intermediate to advanced level.• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external customers.• Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities in a dynamic work environment.• Proven ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and work independently or as part of a team.• Experience in managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and cash collections.• Knowledge of bank reconciliations and journal entry preparation.

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Guelph, ON
onsite
Temporary
32.00 - 38.50 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Intermediate Accountant to join our team in Guelph, Ontario. This is a contract position where you will play a vital role in supporting the accounting team with daily operations and financial processes. The role offers a hybrid work environment, requiring two to three days per week in the office. Responsibilities: • Manage the full-cycle Accounts Payable process, including weekly disbursements through various payment methods. • Process customer payments and returns, ensuring accuracy in cash applications. • Monitor Accounts Receivable aging, follow up on overdue accounts, and conduct collection outreach as necessary. • Generate and review credit hold reports, addressing any issues related to delinquent accounts. • Record daily cash entries, perform bank reconciliations, and resolve any discrepancies promptly. • Track and address customer disputes via the portal, ensuring timely resolution. • Prepare accurate journal entries and assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations. • Maintain organized customer and accounting records to ensure compliance and accessibility. • Compile reports on deductions, penalties, aging balances, and other metrics for management review. • Provide additional support to the accounting team as needed to ensure smooth operations.
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