Accounts Receivable, Cash Application Associate

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At Andrew Peller Limited (APL), our mission is to be Canada’s #1 branded wine and

craft beverage company by delivering the perfect brand experience for every

lifestyle and occasion. Through our commitment to excellence, honouring our

roots, owning it, fostering belonging and driving to succeed, we inspire teammates to be extraordinary every day.

Who We Are

We are one of Canada's largest and oldest wine companies with a rich heritage in quality winemaking.

We produce some of Canada's most recognized brands and offer our teammates a challenging and rewarding employment experience.

The Accounts Receivable, Cash Application Associate is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate application of incoming payments to customer accounts. This role plays a key part in maintaining up-to-date receivable records and supporting overall cash flow accuracy. The ideal candidate has a strong attention to detail, experience with ERP systems, and a collaborative approach to resolving discrepancies with internal and external stakeholders.

The Teammate Will Responsible For

• Apply daily customer payments (cheques, EFT, ACH, Direct Debits, wire transfers, credit cards) to corresponding invoices in the ERP system
• Research and resolve unapplied cash and payment discrepancies
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams (Sales, Customer Service, Collections) to resolve payment issues
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer accounts and payment history
• Reconcile daily cash receipts with bank statements
• Identify and escalate issues impacting cash application or account accuracy
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities as needed
• Prepare reports on unapplied cash, deductions, and cash application metrics
• Process Credit Card and Direct Debit payments
• Create Miscellaneous Manual invoices and follow through to payment
• Create Credit memos for clearing deductions, including LTO deductions
• Special projects as required.
• Auditor Requests as Required.
  
  

We Are Looking For a Teammate With

• University Degree/ College Diploma in Accounting.
• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable or cash application role
• Strong knowledge of cash application processes and financial controls
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel: Vlookup, Pivot Tables) and ERP systems (e.g. Experience with Oracle Cloud considered an asset)
• Experience with automated cash application tools or lockbox processing
• Familiarity with B2B payment methods and deduction management
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-volume environment
• Previous experience with Government Liquor Boards considered an asset.
• Working towards a certificate or designation with the Credit Institute of Canada considered an asset.
• French Bilingual an asset
  
  

Pre-hire Requirement

• Criminal Record Check as per the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) requirement 12.7
  
  

We are conducting an internal and external search simultaneously. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation

Andrew Peller Limited is committed to meeting the needs of persons with temporary and/or permanent disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We are happy to discuss any need for accommodation in the workplace and will make an effort to meet those needs in a timely manner by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility in the areas of information, communications, and employment. If you require an accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please email [email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employment

At Andrew Peller Limited, we are committed to creating and celebrating a culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring every person has a right to equal treatment with respect to employment without discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability.