Accounts Receivable Lead Specialist

Req ID: 13973

Work Flexibility: Remote

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Manager Accounts Receivable, Credit & Collections, the Accounts Receivable Lead Specialist is responsible for independently supporting activities related to accounts receivable management. He/she also performs any other related tasks that may be required for this position.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

What will you do in this position?

• Responsible for global accounts receivable activities
• Mainly focusing on US customers
• Analyzing and issuing credit notes
• Coordinating prepaid orders
• Solving complex customer questions and issues
• Coordinating tasks with the team
• Validating and maintaining procedures
• Recording cash receipts
• Performing month-end closing tasks
• Performing SOX controls
• Any other related tasks that may fall within the scope of this job

Skills And Minimum Experience Required

What candidate profile are we looking for?

Essential

• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in accounts receivable
• Advance knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience working with an ERP system (Infor and Oracle)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (French and English)
• Exhibit autonomy and organization
• Hybrid work environment – 2/5 days at Brossard’s office

Other

Why join Distech Controls Inc.?

• A dynamic workplace within a constantly evolving company
• Ongoing professional development programs
• Accessible transit services
• On-site gym
• Indoor and outdoor relaxation areas, including bistros, lounges, and coffee stations
• Foosball and ping-pong tables for your breaks
• Fresh fruit provided daily
• Chef-prepared meals, 50% subsidized by the company
• Hot and cold beverage stations accessible at all times

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at View phone number on canada.jobradars.com, select option 4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.

Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Knowledge of French is required for positions permanently located in Quebec so incumbents can communicate with their colleagues and suppliers in Quebec as necessary. French-language training is offered to all incumbents in permanent positions in Quebec who do not have a good knowledge of French.

Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.

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