Who are we?

United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) is the leading distributor of organic, natural, and specialty foods in North America! We transform the world of food for our customers, associates, suppliers, and the families we serve on a daily basis!

Our mission is simple: to provide healthier food choices to people everywhere.

Better Food, Better Future!

If YOU are an Accounting or Finance professional with a specialization in A/R and open to a 1 year contract, this role at UNFI Canada may be right for you. Read on!

Position: Accounts Receivable Rep.

Job Type: Full Time Contract (1 year) *Please note due to temporary contract, benefits are not included*

Schedule: Monday-Friday 

Language Requirements: English

Working Conditions: Hybrid

Location: Vaughan, ON

Expected Compensation: $50,300 - $55,000 per year

Purpose:

Coordinates and executes accounts receivable activities to ensure payments are received within the term, securing revenue by verifying and resolving any discrepancies. Performs vigilant risk assessments and completes account maintenance reviews accurately and promptly to mitigate risk of bad debt and the impact of cash flow. Oversees and/or coordinates billing, deduction, collection, reconciliation to the general ledger, and compilation of accounts receivable reports.

Responsibilities:

• Manages assigned portfolio of accounts, including reconciliations, collections and support on deductions management.
• Reviews weekly AR aged trial balance (ATB), aging and prepares statement.
• Execute appropriate collection strategies to improve period-end/monthly cash flow and other Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
• Liaises closely with sales team and customer experience team to solve customer’s unique requirements or reconciliation issues.
• Educates customer on meeting payment terms and various payment options to drive cash flow improvements.
• Prepares and forwards weekly/monthly packages to customers for past due invoices including appropriate proofs of delivery and excel spreadsheet when required.
• Researches and investigates customer account issues, and monitors accounts as appropriate, depending on investigated circumstances; monitors and controls non-payments, delayed payments, and other anomalies.
• Proposes accounts receivable and related policy and procedure changes; participates in the development of general operating goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for the department.
• Responds to inquiries and researches and resolves problems related to transactions handled by the department; serves as liaison with other constituencies in the resolution of day-to-day administrative and operational issues.
• Works as a partner with sales, customer experience and management to ensure the highest level of professionalism and customer service.
• Manages and maintains a computerized accounts receivable system; manages and maintains department records, reports, and filing systems.
• Communicates effectively with peers and leaders in related functional areas in order to ensure customer satisfaction consistent with company values.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Certifications:

• Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Experience:

• 2-3 years of Accounts Receivable experience preferred.
• Previous A/R experience in the Food/CPG industry heavily desired.

Knowledge:

• Advanced understanding of accounting, reconciliations, and accounts receivable functions.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping concepts and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Office 365 applications.
• Knowledgeable in sound decision making within appropriate level of authority and adherence to company policy.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize workload and handle workload changes as they occur within a fast paced environment whilst meeting deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization including leadership (verbally and written).
• Ability to communicate precise information to customers relating to their account status, and to facilitate conflict resolution.
• Able to work well in a team environment and develop relationships with internal departments to resolve disputes and outstanding issues quickly.
• Self-starter who takes initiative.
• Able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Why work at UNFI Canada?

• Base salary offered
• Paid vacation and sick days!
• Flexible work schedule
• Employee discount on our organic food products!
• Company events!
• Friendly and helpful team!
• And last but not least, the opportunity to join UNFI's mission in providing more choices for natural and organic foods! #Betterforall #Delivertogether!