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Accounts Receivable Specialist - Remote

Company: Freightera Logistics Inc.
Location: Remote within Canada
Engagement Type: Full-time contract, with the potential for permanent employment
Compensation: $19$25 per hour, based on qualifications and experience
Working Schedule: Monday to Friday, with availability required during Pacific Time business hours

About Freightera

Freightera is a Canadian technology and logistics company operating an online freight marketplace that connects businesses with transportation providers across Canada and the United States.

We use technology to make freight shipping more efficient, transparent and sustainable while delivering dependable, customer-focused service.

About the Position

Freightera is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our accounting team.

This is a full-time contract position with the potential to lead to permanent employment based on performance and business needs.

The successful candidate will perform customer invoicing, payment processing, account reconciliation, record maintenance and customer account inquiries. This position is suitable for a recent accounting graduate or someone with minimum 2 years bookkeeping, accounts receivable or general accounting experience.

They will be trained on Freighteras internal systems and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Process and record customer invoices and payments accurately

Review customer accounts and accounting entries for accuracy and completeness

Maintain organized and up-to-date invoice, payment and account records

Apply incoming payments to the appropriate customer accounts and invoices

Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies

Investigate missing payments, incorrect applications and account irregularities

Communicate with customers timely and professionally regarding invoices, payments and account balances

Follow up on missing payments, payment information and supporting documentation

Escalate complex account issues to senior accounting team members when necessary

Protect confidential customer and financial information

Assist with reporting, data entry and other accounting-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Candidates should meet at least one of the following requirements:

A bachelors degree or diploma in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field; or

Relevant experience in bookkeeping, accounts receivable or general accounting

Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Required Skills

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles

Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and time-management abilities

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Comfortable asking questions when information or instructions are unclear

Good judgment when handling confidential financial information

Ability to identify discrepancies and follow through until they are resolved

Willingness to learn, accept feedback and adapt to new processes

Comfortable using email, video conferencing and online collaboration tools

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets

Experience with QuickBooks

Previous experience processing invoices or customer payments

Experience reconciling customer accounts

Previous experience in logistics, transportation or another high-volume transactional environment

Preferred qualifications are considered assets and are not mandatory.

What We Offer

Compensation of $19$25 per hour, based on qualifications and experience

A full-time remote position

Training and support from an experienced accounting team

Opportunities to develop practical accounting experience

Potential for permanent employment based on performance and business needs

A collaborative and technology-focused work environment

How to Apply

Please submit your rsum along with a brief introduction describing your accounting education, relevant experience and interest in the position.

Freightera Logistics Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.