Mizuno Canada Ltd.
Mizuno Canada Ltd. roots stem from its parent company Mizuno Corporation. Mizuno Corporation was established in Osaka, Japan in 1906 by Rihachi Mizuno. Today, Mizuno Canada is located in Mississauga, Ontario and continues to distribute high quality golf, baseball, softball, running and volleyball equipment, apparel, and footwear.
Since our founding, we have taken special pride and pleasure in being able to participate in the exciting world of sports and providing sports equipment of the highest quality. Each and every one of us is guided by the ideal of true sportsmanship. That was true over 100 years ago and is still true today. It is evident in our corporate philosophy which, simply stated, is "Contributing to society through the advancement of sporting goods and the promotion of sports."
About the Role
Role: Accounts Receivable Analyst
Location: 5206 Timberlea Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reporting to: Accounting Manager
Role Type: Contract (15 Months: October 1, 2026 – December 31, 2027)
Expected Start Date: October 1, 2026 (or earlier)
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accounts Receivable Analyst oversees the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Receivables department. This individual will be responsible for daily payment processing, monitoring the daily credit and collections efforts, and managing A/R reduction goals and minimizing the impacts of bad debt. This includes, but is not limited to, being responsible for managing customer accounts, monitoring outstanding receivables, resolving payment discrepancies, and supporting accurate and timely cash collection.
Key Responsibilities
· Ability to implement process improvements in the credit and collection cycle using your knowledge / industry best practices.
· Resolve account issues with customers by working in partnership with other functional areas to ensure the timely issuance of credit memos, expediting proofs of delivery, documentation support and other account adjustments as necessary and appropriate.
· Work directly with sales team across Canada on collection of all accounts relating to their territories.
· Escalate large collections issues appropriately.
· Conduct daily review of A/R aging and make necessary collection calls.
· Daily review of hold lists and releasing orders in a timely manner.
· Able to handle all incoming collection calls and issues.
· Send out Electronic invoices and statements.
· Review A/R Aging statements monthly and proceed with actions on balances past due.
· Open New Customer accounts and make decisions based on reporting information and gathering of information from Sports Industry Credit Association (SICA).
· Attend monthly/annual SICA meetings. Some travel may be involved.
· Provide monthly metrics report to management on A/R aging / delinquent accounts, Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), Accounts over 90 Days Past Due.
· Daily cash application to customer accounts and reconciling balances outstanding.
· Maintain Post dated cheque listing.
· Oversee the daily processing and balancing of credit card payments.
· Promote strong collaborative relationships between the Credit, Sales & Management teams.
· Complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
· Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
· 2+ years of experience in accounts receivable, accounting, or a related finance role is preferred.
· Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts receivable processes.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting, filtering, and pivot tables.
· Experience with ERP or accounting systems or JDE specific experience is an asset.
· Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
· Experience managing large National Accounts in the Canadian Sporting Goods industry.
· Superior problem solving, analytical and reconciliation skills.
· Ability to work under pressure in an ever changing and dynamic environment.
· Ability to work independently with very minimal supervision.
What We Offer
· Competitive salary and benefits package.
· Paid vacation and personal days.
· Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
· Collaborative and supportive work environment.
· Hybrid work arrangements, where applicable.
· RRSP matching program, where applicable.
· Employee benefits and wellness programs.
Salary Range: $40,000-$50,000
How to Apply
If you are an analytical and organized accounting professional looking to grow your career in accounts receivable, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to the following email address: drowland@mizunocda.com. We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mizuno Canada Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.
