Junior AR/AP Clerk

Elastochem•Brantford, ON

15h•CA$50,000 - CA$55,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Junior AR/AP Clerk to join our team. This role is responsible for supporting daily accounting operations, including invoicing, processing payments, maintaining financial records, and assisting with reconciliations. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, basic accounting knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
2+ years of hands-on bookkeeping, AP, or AR experience.
High attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a professional, customer-service-oriented attitude for vendor/client communications.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP)
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

Invoice Processing: Receive, verify, and enter vendor invoices and employee expense reports into the accounting system.
Approvals & Payments: Match invoices to purchase orders, track approvals, and prepare payment runs (e.g., cheques, wire transfers).
Vendor Reconciliation: Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and respond to vendor payment inquiries.
Record Keeping: Maintain organized and up-to-date digital and physical files for all AP transactions.
Billing & Invoicing: validate, and approve client invoices and statements.
Payment Posting: Process incoming customer payments via cheques, credit cards, and electronic transfers.
Collections: Monitor accounts receivable, track aging reports, and follow up with clients on overdue balances.
Account Reconciliation: Reconcile AR sub-ledger to the general ledger and resolve customer billing or short-payment disputes.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
Maintain organized financial records and documentation
Support internal and external audits
Perform data entry and update accounting systems
Collaborate with internal teams on billing or payment issues