Supervisor, Accounts Receivable

The Supervisor, Accounts Receivable is responsible for the day-to-day operations of a specified Accounts Receivable department and may support other Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Accounts Receivable departments around the world.

• Ensures efficient and smooth execution of accounts receivable processes including uploading and processing of auction sale and non-sale related transactions, posting of payments, invoicing, and collections.
• Monitors outstanding receivables and ensure that collection is within terms and conditions of sale. Refer accounts to collection agency in coordination with sale sites after exhausting recovery initiatives.
• Proactively investigate and resolve accounts receivable related issues independently and/or in collaboration with sale site managers.
• Ensures that the accounts receivable sub-ledger and accounts receivable clearing accounts are reconciled to the general ledger.
• Responsible for preparing and review monthly financial reports for Manager.
• Ensures appropriate authorizations are compliant with internal controls and policies
• Ensures that procedures are within SOX compliance guidelines.
• Assists with internal and external audits.
• Supervises, train and mentor a team of 2 – 4 administrators with customer facing responsibilities, maximizing individual strengths, and striving for excellence in customer service.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, promoting and performance management of team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 5 years' experience in Accounts Receivable's
• 1-2 years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Customer service experience required.
• Effective leadership, proven ability to supervise in a team environment.
• Creative problem solving and conflict management skills.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
• Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills with ability to prioritize in a demanding environment.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with ERP systems
• Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's education, experience, and qualifications.