Job Description

We are partnering with an organization within the public sector to support the recruitment of a full-time Accountant (AP/AR) opportunity with a well-established public sector organization based in Guelph, ON. The role offers a fantastic blend of meaningful work, flexibility, and strong team culture. Here are the key details:

Job Title:  Accounts Payable/Receivable (AP/AR)

Location: Guelph, ON (Hybrid – 2 days onsite per week)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Work Hours: 7-hour workday, with flexible start times between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM

Reports To: Controller

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Payable (AP):

  • Process and verify invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

  • Manage vendor relationships and address any billing issues.

  • Prepare and execute weekly disbursements.

  • Maintain organized records of all AP transactions.

• Accounts Receivable (AR):

  • Generate and issue invoices to members and clients.

  • Monitor accounts to ensure timely payments.

  • Conduct collections activities as necessary, including outreach to delinquent accounts.

• Financial Reporting:

  • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations.

  • Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes.

  • Generate reports detailing accounts payable and receivable status.

  • Utilize Excel for reporting purposes, employing functions such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.

• Software Utilization:

  • Operate QuickBooks for general accounting functions.

  • Utilize BEANWORKS, our AP/AR system, for processing and tracking transactions

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts payable and receivable roles.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions; familiarity with macros is not required.

• Experience with QuickBooks and BEANWORKS or similar AP/AR systems is preferred.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a service-oriented mindset.

• Experience in a non-profit or regulated environment is advantageous.

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.