Accounts Receivable Clerk

Groupe Ostiguy & Gendron is looking to fill the position of an accounts receivable clerk, reporting to the Director of Finance, to participate in the receivables cycle by ensuring the accuracy and follow-up of receivables. In addition, the clerk is expected to support his/her manager and team in achieving the department’s objectives.

Groupe Ostiguy Gendron is an insurance and surety brokerage firm backed by a team of 95 passionate employees. Its reputation has been built on a human approach, centered on a relationship of trust. Headquartered in Laval, the company’s team spans the province of Quebec, as well as Ontario and Manitoba.

Why work for Groupe Ostiguy & Gendron?

• Because we’re proud to be a company on a human scale;
• Because we’re committed to continuous innovation and improvement;
• Because you’ll have the chance to play a key role in the development and growth of a fast-growing Quebec company;
• Because we can offer you the means to grow and develop;
• Because you can benefit from advantageous commissions and bonuses based on annual performance.

Specific job responsibilities :

• Record various cash receipts;
• Follow-up on customer payments;
• Initiate collection procedures for accounts in arrears and follow up with the collection agency;
• Answer questions from internal and external customers;
• Communicate with appropriate parties regarding cash discrepancies;
• Produce customer balance analyses and make collection recommendations;
• Reconcile commissions receivable from insurers, investigate and resolve discrepancies;
• Review and justify balances receivable from insurers, investigate and document discrepancies as required;
• Responsible for finance box;
• Support team for various requests;
• Participate in month-end process;
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the department manager.

Skills and qualifications required :

• Have a AEC / DEC / Technical diploma in accounting;
• Good understanding of accounting cycles;
• Good command of Excel and the Microsoft Office suite;
• At least 2 years’ relevant experience;
• Good command of spoken and written French and English.

Qualities and aptitudes :

• Organizational skills and respect for deadlines;
• Proactivity and communication skills, both oral and written;
• Excellent analytical and synthesizing skills;
• Attention to detail and quality of work delivered;
• Thoroughness and accountability;
• Team spirit;
• Integrity and responsibility.