Accounts Receivable Representative

The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is entrusted with a clear mandate from the Ontario government to enhance electrical safety for the public.

Our unwavering commitment drives everything we do as we strive to anticipate, understand, and prevent electrical-related harms.

If you share our passion for ensuring the safety and well-being of consumers, we invite you to join us in our mission.

As an Accounts Receivable Representative , you will play a crucial role in managing our financial transactions and ensuring the timely collection of outstanding payments.

You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, communicating effectively with clients, and resolving any billing discrepancies.

If you are detail-oriented, customer-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want you on our team.

About the Job

Perform accounting activities related to collections, accounts receivable, materials management, customer billing, general ledger, fixed asset and cost reporting.

Perform credit and delinquent account processes. Pinpoint delinquent customer accounts through various means, e.g. written correspondence, phone contact, skip-tracing, and making arrangements for payment.

Provide customer service in a way that builds positive, effective customer relations. Contact customers to help resolve payment issues and assist in setting up payment plans.

Prepare and input data to appropriate business and accounting systems. Process financial transactions by checking accuracy and making necessary corrections.

Assist in the analysis of costs and revenues; review and reconcile various account balances and reports.

Job Type : Full-time, Permanent

Benefits :

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit and Pension Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Development & Learning Opportunities

About Us

The ESA is one of Ontario's leading employers. If you choose to join our team, you will be entering a safety and development focused environment where we will care about YOU as a member of our team and as an individual.

We take care of members of our team with an industry-leading benefits package and a defined-benefit pension plan, not to mention our competitive salaries and a hybrid work environment.

General Accountabilities :

Requires a knowledge of basic accounting principles and business practices to process invoices and payments. Requires knowledge of arithmetic to perform various calculations.

Requires proficiency in keyboarding and a knowledge of computer application software. Requires good knowledge of English to communicate effectively with employees and customers.

This knowledge is considered to be normally acquired either through the successful completion of a two yearn Accounting Diploma from a Community College or by having the equivalent level of education.

Requires accounting experience in order to process and resolve issues related invoices and payments. Requires experience in B2B or B2C collections.

Requires good knowledge of SAP FICO module. Requires good customers service skills and ability to deal with internal and external contacts.

Requires good written and verbal communication skills. Required a high level of organization skills. Requires strong attention to detail.

Over 6 months and up to and including 1 year of experience is required.

Please be advised that in relation to all job postings on this webpage, accommodation for persons with disabilities is available throughout the recruitment process upon request in accordance with requirements under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

COVID-19 Requirements :

The Electrical Safety Authority COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure requires ALL ESA employees to be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to date of hire.

This is a condition of employment for all employees at ESA to perform their employment responsibilities. Individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to substantiated grounds (medical or other protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code) may ask ESA to validate the exemption and request an accommodation for these rare circumstances.

If approved, they will be subject to additional health and safety measures.