Accounts Receivable Specialist

Introduction

Working at Wonderbrands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an “entrepreneurial” mindset which encourages all our team members to use their own “creativity” and “out of the box” thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Reporting to the Accounts Receivable Team Leader, you will perform day‑to‑day accounts receivable functions in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment.

• Process high‑volume customer remittances & deductions.
• Analyze customer claims for deductions; shortages; price discrepancies.
• Process customer payments (EDI, Wire Transfers, and Cheques).
• Follow up with customers for collections and deductions.
• Process Claims.
• Navigate through Customer Portals (review invoice status/customer invoicing, etc.).
• Liaise with other departments for issue resolution.
• Perform regular account reconciliations and keep customer accounts current.
• Produce reports, as required.
• Perform other accounting‑related duties, as required.

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Food Industry experience is preferred.
• Completed post‑secondary education in Accounting.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Valid Driver’s License and vehicle (to make bank deposits).
• Advanced Excel.

• Customer and Product Centricity — Responds to the needs of both internal and external customers in a timely and courteous manner, showing a sense of urgency; always keeping our products front and centre.
• Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability — Adapts to changes; changes strategy in response to new information; responds appropriately and quickly without having all parameters defined; demonstrate tolerance for speed and uncertainty.
• Teamwork and Collaboration — Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods of communication to gain agreement or acceptance of a plan or activity. Is effective in building constructive relationships; uses tact; interacts with others in an open, friendly manner, encourages collaboration.
• Relentless obsession with continuous improvement — Always looks for ways to improve effectiveness or efficiency, making recommendation to increase productivity in quality of work; develops innovative solutions, challenges the status quo. To be the best, never compromising.
• Drives Execution — Takes risks, learns from their mistakes, builds trust and is a role model to others. Has a “hands‑on” style; is aggressive in achieving desired results.

• Adaptive Intelligence — Team Members respond effectively to challenges by evolving their skills, mindset, and approach.
• Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability — Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth and applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions‑driven mindset and openness to feedback.
• Calculated Risk‑Taking — Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans.
• Collaborative Intelligence — Collaborative intelligence empowers teams to unlock collective strengths and achieve results through synergy and mutual trust.
• Team First and Collaboration — Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative environment.
• Entrepreneurial Intelligence — Equips Team Members to identify opportunities, overcome setbacks, and move ideas to execution effectively.
• Continuous Improvement — Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity.
• Customer and Product Focus — Addresses need proactively with accountability and a solution‑oriented mindset.
• Fierce Execution — Achieves results with a strategic and hands‑on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust.

• Inspire & Energize Team Members — Continually inspires and develops Team…