Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant

Richmond (On-Site)

$50,000 - $55,000

ABOUT US

At STRIVE Recruitment, we are a leading recruitment firm specializing in Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Operations, and Technology. We take pride in connecting exceptional talent with outstanding employers across Canada. Our focus is on building lasting partnerships, understanding our clients’ business needs, and helping professionals find meaningful opportunities that align with their goals.

THE ROLE

Our client is a well-established and growing equipment rental and services company with operations across Western Canada. Known for their customer-first approach, collaborative culture, and operational excellence, they have built a strong reputation within the construction and industrial sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to add a Junior Accountant to their Richmond-based team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in accounting within a stable and team-oriented environment. The Junior Accountant position has a strong Accounts Receivable and billing focus while also providing exposure to reconciliations, transactional accounting, and general office administration.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, customer-service focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment. This role would suit someone who enjoys structure, consistency, and being an important support person across the accounting and operations teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Receivable & Billing

• Process daily progress billing and assist with rental contract invoicing and contract closures
• Manage incoming credit card payments, deposits, EFTs, e-transfers, and cheque payments
• Create deposits, issue credits and refunds, and respond to customer account inquiries
• Maintain regular communication with customers regarding outstanding balances and account updates
• Make outbound collection and follow-up calls while maintaining detailed notes and communication records
• Track open COD contracts and verify deposit amounts within the rental system

Accounting Support

• Assist with monthly bank and VISA reconciliations and discrepancy investigations
• Support Accounts Payable with invoice processing and other ad-hoc accounting tasks
• Record simple accounting transactions and recurring monthly journal entries
• Assist with prepaid expense and insurance expense entries
• Support the accounting team with general administrative and reporting tasks

Office & Administrative Support

• Provide phone and reception coverage as required
• Respond to customer calls, emails, and inquiries professionally and efficiently
• Monitor shared inboxes and distribute accounting-related communications appropriately
• Assist with filing and maintaining organized documentation

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Billing, or Junior Accountant positions
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to professionally handle collections and account inquiries
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• General understanding of Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and cash application processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems is considered an asset
• Experience with Point of Rental (POR), Great Plains, Helcim, or Moneris is considered an asset

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Full-time, in-office role based in Richmond, BC
• Hours: 7:00am – 3:30pm
• Occasional additional hours may be required during peak periods

If you are looking to join a reputable organization where you can continue developing your accounting career while working within a supportive team environment, we would love to hear from you.