Coordinator, Accounts Receivable
Lionsgate
Toronto, ONThis is a Full Time Job
Coordinator, Accounts Receivable Job Details | Lionsgate
Summary of Position
Lionsgate Canada’s accounting department is looking for a Coordinator, Accounts Receivable to join the team. Reporting to the Accounts Receivable Team Lead, this challenging and fast paced position requires an individual who is a team player with strong inter-personal and organizational skills, effective attention to detail skills, the ability to problem solve, and adjust work accordingly to adapt to tight deadlines.
Responsibilities
• Preparing invoices per contract payment terms and forwarding to the appropriate contact/department as required
• Ability to interpret contracts and legal documents.
• Contact customers on a regular basis (or as the need arises) regarding payment status
• Research account disputes and billing discrepancies, and propose possible solutions
• Ensuring any billing process inquiries are handled quickly and efficiently
• Identify delinquent accounts that require escalated action to collect (i.e. seek involvement of the sales team, issue notice of default, legal action)
• Respond to invoice inquiries and requests for further information
• Preparing various reports/analysis related to billing and receivables
• Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as required
• Provide input to month end processes
• Ensure adherence to SOX controls
Qualifications and Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience in the collections field
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are a must. You are confident and authoritative when needed but are also sensitive to the client relationship.
• Very strong computer, quantitative and analytical skills required – ability to create schedules from scratch, manipulate large volumes of data into useful reports, pivot tables using Excel, analyze data, etc.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Someone who is a fast learner and self-starter, diligent and reliable, and who takes ownership and pride in their work.
• Excellent organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a time sensitive manner.
• Knowledge of accepted accounting rules and practices and internal controls.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience with SAP, IMP and/or SharePoint is a definite plus
• Experience working with customers in the media, television production and distribution industries is an asset
Our Benefits and Perks
• Taking care: competitive health and dental coverage plus dedicated Health Spending Account
• Investment in your future: Group RRSP with employer match
• Grow: Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Be inspired: regular film screenings and opportunity to get involved in industry events
• Work/Life Balance: Summer Fridays and annual volunteer day (Impact Day)
About Lionsgate Canada
Lionsgate Canada is a talent-driven leader in entertainment production and distribution, serving Canadian and global audiences with award-winning content and a massive film and television library. It has a rich legacy of producing high-quality Canadian content for the domestic market and audiences around the world. From global blockbusters to hidden gems, Lionsgate Canada also distributes fan-favourite content across a vast catalogue, including a diverse portfolio of Quebec films via Les Films Seville.
EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.