A/R & General Accountant
Full-Time | In-Office | Edmonton, AB
$60,000–$70,000/year + Benefits
About
We’re hiring an AR/General Accountant to take ownership of accounts receivable, collections, and general accounting functions for a fast-paced equipment rental and services organization. This role plays a key part in maintaining strong customer relationships while ensuring accurate billing, timely collections, and reliable financial reporting.
The Opportunity
As AR/General Accountant, you’ll manage 230 active customer accounts, process ~25 invoices weekly, and oversee 80+ payment receipts per week. You’ll handle customer billing, reconcile accounts, and support month-end close while partnering closely with the Controller. This role offers the chance to build efficiency in AR operations, strengthen reporting, and contribute to financial controls in a growing business.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable & Collections
Manage end-to-end AR process including customer account setup, invoicing, and collections.
Process ~25 manual invoices per week, ensuring proper coding and documentation.
Generate and review weekly AR aging reports to monitor overdue balances and drive collections.
Proactively follow up on overdue accounts via phone/email; escalate high-risk accounts to Sales/Management.
Maintain accurate AR records, prepare customer statements, and support rebate tracking.
Customer Billing
Process daily and weekly rental, sales, and fuel invoices ($1,000–$2,000 average per fuel invoice).
Upload invoices and backup documentation into vendor portals (Sage).
Reconcile and submit combined billing and open contract reports to parent company.
Review pricing agreements, process approved changes, and maintain customer pricing structures.
Payment Processing & Reconciliation
Post and reconcile ~80 weekly receipts including EFTs, credit cards, and deposits.
Investigate discrepancies between system postings and bank records; resolve as needed.
Ensure all payment data is accurately recorded in financial systems.
General Accounting & Reporting
Prepare monthly journal entries for deposits, lease income, and rebates.
Contribute to month-end and year-end close (completed by Day 15) through reconciliations and reporting.
Support fixed asset accounting including PDI reconciliation and asset schedules.
Generate receivable, revenue, and customer activity reports to support business insights.
System & Process Support
Maintain customer master data and ensure accuracy of account details.
Assist in ERP and process improvement testing and implementation.
Uphold compliance with HSEQ policies and procedures.
Ideal Candidate Profile
2+ years in accounts receivable, billing, or general accounting
Experience managing high-volume AR and collections (200+ accounts preferred)
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations)
Ability to balance accuracy and efficiency under tight deadlines
Skilled communicator able to resolve customer billing disputes diplomatically
Familiarity with Point of Rental (POR)/Texada, Sage, or similar ERP systems considered an asset
Qualifications
Post-secondary diploma in Accounting or equivalent experience
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license required
Experience in equipment rental, construction, or industrial services an asset
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $60,000–$70,000/year
Vacation: 3 weeks to start
Health & Dental: Comprehensive benefits package
Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday
Environment: Smart casual dress, collaborative office setting
How to Apply
Please submit your resume to Jobs.WestEdmontonAB@ExpressPros.com.
Important Note
We do not charge fees during the hiring process. All legitimate offers will include an interview. If you receive suspicious outreach, especially through social platforms or messaging apps, report it to local authorities or contact us directly.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.