Group Leader, Accounts Receivable

* Embody the SLPC’s equity, diversity and inclusion principles while interacting with staff and guests.
* Lead the day-to-day co-ordination of activities for the Accounts Receivable function using an integrated financial management system.
* Organizes workload and assigns duties to ensure deadlines are met including the accurate processing, recording, reporting and reconciliation of revenue and accounts received in compliance with government policies and regulations.
* Co-ordinates the balancing of all daily revenues received from all sales outlets within SLPC business units.
* Co-ordinates data entry of revenue information into Sage 300 ERP and other account receivable ERP systems and modules.
* Reconciles bank deposits and reports with bank statements as well as bank deposits to sales information by area.
* Conducts cash handling site audits at business and functional units.
* Ensures the integrity and timely entry of financial information for the preparation of month-end reports; prepares month-end statement of accounts.
* Provides advice to develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
* Provides guidance and interpretation to managers, supervisors, and staff regarding the processing and AR accounting of invoices and daily sales.
* Prepares accounts receivable interim and year-end audit documentation.
* Continually strive to make AR more efficient by improving existing processes and supporting implementation of automated technology solutions.
* Work with customers and business units to ensure timely collection of aged receivables.
* Prepares ad hoc reports as required.
* Practice regular review and full compliance with SLPC’s internal accounts receivable credit directive.
* Support other finance department functions as required and other tasks as assigned by Finance Manager.

* Experience in processing AR transactions utilizing computerized information systems in a high-volume environment.
* Sound knowledge of financial automation software, automated banking reconciliation software, point-of-sales systems, online payment systems, and online banking to input, retrieve and manipulate financial data.
* Demonstrated, progressive experience in accounts receivables to maintain and establish policies and procedures and to understand government regulations.
* Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) to accurately maintain financial management system.
* Knowledge of bank reconciliation processes and procedures.
* Demonstrated experience of timely collection of aged receivables.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to deal with staff and suppliers in a professional, tactful, and effective way and with the public in obtaining/providing information and collecting overdue accounts.
* Strong supervisory skills to establish priorities and coordinate the work of the unit to meet deadlines.
* The ability to plan, organize, and implement AR accounting procedures.
* Strong analytical skills to assess business problems related to the AR function and develop solutions.
* Strong proficiency with computerized financial management systems and various software to access data, prepare reports, spreadsheets, financial statements, etc.

* Belong to one of the largest employers in Ontario, the Ontario Public Service, and open the door to a diverse range of career opportunities throughout the province
* Supportive team environment
* Staff discounts
* Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
* Option to join an excellent pension plan
* Option to purchase benefits
* Percentage paid in lieu of vacation and statutory holidays
* Percentage paid in lieu of benefits