Title Cash Receipts Clerk - Finance Shared Services

Position Summary

Reporting to the AR Supervisor, the Cash Receipts Clerk is responsible for the accurate application, reconciliation, and analysis of customer payments across multiple business units and systems. This intermediate‑level role independently resolves complex cash application discrepancies, supports month‑end close activities, and serves as a key resource for cash application processes and controls. The position contributes to process improvements, automation initiatives, and the continuous enhancement of accounts receivable operations while ensuring compliance with company policies, internal controls, and financial procedures.

• This role is on site in office 5 days/week and will be based out of our Sherwood Park, AB office.
• Monday‑Friday, 40 hours/week
• Full time permanent

• Accurately receive, record, and apply high‑volume and complex incoming payments, including checks, EFTs, wire transfers, and credit card transactions using manual and automated tools.
• Independently investigate and resolve complex cash application issues, including unidentified payments, short pays, deductions, and multi‑invoice allocations.
• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations of cash receipts, bank accounts, and accounts receivable subledgers to the general ledger.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve variances related to cash receipts and account balances.
• Research and resolve aged unapplied and unidentified cash balances through collaboration with customers, Collections, Operations, and Finance teams.
• Support month‑end and year‑end close activities, including the preparation of reconciliations, journal entries, and audit schedules.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and audit‑ready documentation while ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Collections, Finance, Operations, IT, and other departments to resolve escalated payment discrepancies and improve cash flow processes.
• Provide functional guidance and process support to team members regarding cash application procedures, systems, and best practices.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend enhancements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and automation of cash application workflows.
• Assist with the implementation, optimization, testing, and maintenance of ERP systems, banking platforms, and cash application automation tools.
• Prepare and analyze cash application reports, trends, and performance metrics to support management decision‑making.
• Perform other similar duties as required and assigned from time to time.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Post‑secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in cash application, accounts receivable, banking operations, or a related finance function required.
• Experience with electronic payment platforms, banking portals, reconciliation tools, and ERP systems required.
• Previous experience supporting audits, month‑end close processes, or process improvement initiatives considered an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of accounts receivable, cash application, banking transactions, and reconciliation processes.
• Knowledge of financial controls, accounting principles, and cash management procedures.
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems such as Sage, VantagePoint, or equivalent platforms.
• Experience working with cash application automation tools such as Esker or similar systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, lookups, data analysis, and reporting functions.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to independently resolve complex discrepancies.
• Ability to manage high transaction volumes while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to identify process inefficiencies and recommend practical improvements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

The compensation package includes paid time off, employer‑paid benefits, RRSP + Company match, tuition grants, discounted fitness memberships, insurance offerings, employee assistance programs, and more. The company provides a respectful workplace and supports career advancement opportunities.