Senior Accountant
Robert Half · Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Tailor my CV for this job — freeSenior Accountant, Accounts Receivable (Remote)Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys owning the full accounts receivable cycle? Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant, Accounts Receivable to lead key parts of the Quote-to-Cash (Q2C) accounting process in a high-volume, dynamic business.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines strong technical accounting skills with a service-minded approach and a passion for process improvement, automation, and AI-enabled efficiency.What You’ll DoIn this role, you’ll take ownership of the AR function from end to end, helping ensure billing accuracy, timely cash application, strong collections practices, and excellent customer account management.Key responsibilities include:Cash ApplicationApply customer payments daily across ACH, credit card, and check transactionsManage ACH debit batches and miscellaneous payment activityReview failed payment transactions and determine next stepsInvestigate and resolve payment issues in partnership with Customer SupportBilling & InvoicingGenerate monthly invoices for API platform feesManage invoicing and bill credits for vendor discount and marketing programsCalculate quarterly customer rebates and issue credit memosProcess sales tax refunds through StripeCredit & CollectionsReview credit applications and assess creditworthinessMonitor and update credit limitsManage credit holds and follow up on overdue balancesSend customer statements on a regular scheduleMonth-End & ReportingPrepare monthly bad debt accrualsWrite off aged balances quarterlyReconcile AR-related accountsSupport month-end close and audit activityVendor & Customer ManagementMaintain vendor records in Ramp and NetSuiteKeep customer tracking tools current and communicate updates cross-functionallyServe as a key point of contact for billing, payment, and account-related questionsAI & Process ImprovementIdentify ways to automate cash application, collections, and reconciliationsPartner across finance operations to improve workflowsDocument AR policies, controls, and processesWhat We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldA minimum of five years of accounting experience, with a strong focus on accounts receivable, billing, or collectionsExperience in a high-volume or e-commerce environment preferredStrong knowledge of NetSuite, Stripe, and ExcelExperience with Ramp or similar spend management platforms is a plusUnderstanding of US GAAP, AR accounting, bad debt reserves, and credit riskInterest in using AI and automation tools to improve finance processesExcellent communication, organization, and follow-throughIf you’re ready to bring your AR expertise, analytical mindset, and process improvement skills to a remote role with strong visibility and impact, we’d love to connect.