Job Description
At CMI, we do things a bit differently. There is no old-fashioned hierarchy. Instead, we work as self-sufficient, autonomous teams that solve the problems. You will get tons of guidance and support from talented, super-smart colleagues all over CMI. Powered by passionate people, we bring together the right teams with the right skills – offering experience and expertise to employees so they can operate their day-to-day confidently and successfully.
We are looking for a driven and committed candidate who exhibits enthusiasm for performing accounting receivable activities and can elevate the receivable role to the next level by thinking out of the box and applying analytical and strategic thinking. This position will be integral to a passionate and dynamic team that values growth, innovation, and collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
• Daily deposits, payment applications, and adjustments to keep the A/R aging clean and accurate.
• Required to investigate and reconcile customers' accounts, including itemizing the deductions and promptly identifying/resolving invoicing discrepancies.
• Analyze AR aging, identify the root cause of aged items, and take the initiative to ensure timely collection efforts to achieve or exceed monthly targets by employing effective communication strategies.
• Review and manage AR accounts and report on account standing.
• Maintain a database of customers, including changes to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Support month-end closing procedures.
• Provide a positive experience for internal and external customers and consumers.
• Ensure that there is a constant awareness of waste reduction with the most efficient use of time and elimination of nonvalue-added activities.
• Additional tasks as requested.
Safety
• All tasks must be completed safely in compliance with regulatory and legislative guidelines and company health and safety policies and procedures.
Continuous Improvement
• To constantly challenge the current methods and techniques in a controlled manner that will provide a superior, more efficient, and improved result.
Skills/Knowledge/Experience required to perform the job:
• Post-secondary education in an accounting or business program or equivalent applicable experience.
• 1– 3 years of previous experience in Accounts Receivable function.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Excel
• Customer service oriented, possess tact and judgment in dealing with complex and demanding customers.
• Respond to tight deadlines during regular and peak periods and to last-minute demands and requirements.
• Ability to multi-task, organize, detail-oriented, and prioritize tasks.
• Strong judgment and decision-making ability.
• Possess analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
Working Conditions while performing the job:
• The position is performed in an office environment.
This job posting reflects a new vacancy within the organization. The position is active and intended to be filled as part of our current staffing needs.
Compliance & Transparency
In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, interviewed candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable).
Use of Artificial Intelligence
We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist in screening and assessing applications for this role. All hiring decisions are made by our Talent Acquisition team.
At CMI we are committed to fostering an inclusive equitable workplace, free of bias and discrimination, where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where feasible. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.