Accounts Receivable Clerk
PressReader, Canada
Job Description
PressReader is a rapidly growing technology company that partners with the world’s leading publishers to deliver content to millions of users in over 160 countries. Our progressive approach to digital distribution has allowed publishers such as The Washington Post, The Guardian, Newsweek, Rolling Stone, The Globe and Mail, and Vogue to find new audiences through business partnerships, including airlines, hotels, cruise ships, libraries, and thousands of other companies worldwide.
Our technology also powers Branded Editions (BE) - a white-label solution that enables publishers to deliver their digital content in interactive ways. BE allows them to build a customizable platform that supports a wide range of revenue opportunities.
We have a full-time opportunity for an Account Receivable Clerk to join our Accounting Team.
As part of the Accounting team, you will focus on all aspects of the Accounts Receivable function. You will use your strong organizational skills and attention to detail to process transactions and provide an excellent service to our internal and external stakeholders. You will also be working with various revenue streams, and you will be set for success as part of a collaborative and supportive work environment.
In this role, you will:
- Compile data for invoicing in complex business segment
- Reconcile A/R and revenue report in a timely manner
- Emphasize on adherence to credit policy and manage collection of aged Accounts Receivable (A/R)
- Ensure the timely, efficient and accurate processing of all A/R transactions
- Assist in complex problem resolutions and propose solution to A/R related problems
- Maintain positive relationships with customers through formal and informal communications
- Answer inquiries from sales departments and external customers in a timely and professional manner
- Work with A/R Supervisor to automate and streamline A/R processes, identify improvement areas and implement action plan
- Assist with month-end, quarter-end and year-end close to ensure compliance with IFRS and Corporate policies
- Prepare audit schedules and liaison with external auditors
- Perform special projects, ad-hoc reporting and analysis as needed
You are a great fit if you have:
- Two to three-year experience in A/R in a complex business segment
- Effective communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage competing priorities and to meet deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently while being able to take initiatives
- Experience with ERP accounting systems
Bonus points if you:
- Are enrolled in a professional accounting program such as CPA
- Experience with interpreting contracts for invoicing details
- Have worked with Dynamic Great Plains accounting systems
- Experience with making accounting processes as efficient as possible
- Have knowledge of IFRS
- Have a strong interest in the technology sector
This role is a full-time position based in our Richmond, BC office. Working from home is available during the Covid pandemic.
Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada and located in the Vancouver area.
PressReader offers a compensation package which includes extended health care, dental, vision and accidental death insurance paid by the company; paid vacation, sick and bereavement days; reimbursements for professional training and membership in professional associations; subsidized fitness membership and more, along with a chance to be working with amazing people.
To apply, please submit your resume, and a cover letter explaining why you are the right person for this role.
This is a great opportunity for the right candidate. We can’t wait to meet you!