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| Reference #: | 22697 |
| Position Type: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, ON |
| Date Posted: | May 12, 2021 |
| Experience: | 3 Years |
| Education: | University Degree |
Job Description
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
In support of the academic, research and service objectives of Western's community, we:
Our vision is to be recognized as the strategic and innovative leader in financial services for higher education.
In support of Western’s academic, research and service activities, the Manager, Accounts Receivable develops and implements a reliable system that enables revenue generating and billing units to invoice external partners for goods and services purchased from Western. The incumbent strives for the timely collection of those funds, along with timely and accurate customer account updates to ensure the integrity of the database and effective accounting in support of the Western community. The Manager is accountable for the efficient and effective administration of the Employee Purchase Plan (Computer Loans), is the designated expert on matters relating to the collection of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST), oversees the efficient operation of the Central Cashier and provides advice and guidance to the Western Community to ensure compliance with all relevant corporate policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree in Business Management / Administration
- CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) designation
Experience:
- 3 years’ financial accounting experience in a business office environment
- Experience supervising and managing staff
- Accounts receivable experience including collections and sub ledger reconciliations
- Experience in a large unionized, academic or not-for-profit environment
- Familiarity with Harmonized Sales Tax administration and reporting
- Strong financial systems (e.g. PeopleSoft or ERP system) knowledge is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Access)
- Demonstrated analytical ability with working knowledge of accounting principles
- Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines
- Ability to investigate defined issues, solicit input, and suggest remedies and alternative approaches that meet the needs of the situation
- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
- Ability to delegate work and provide team members with clear direction and support in meeting their objectives
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and achieve desired results
- Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
- Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, while being open to trying new ideas and working methods
- Strong problem solving skills including experience formulating and executing action plans
- Ability to establish and maintain strong, productive relationships with, senior management, direct reports, colleagues and external partners
- Ability to foster the long-term learning and development of staff through coaching, managing performance, and mentoring
- Ability to implement process change using imaginative approaches where constructive thinking and innovation are required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively deal with colleagues and external partners
- Ability to work well under pressure, maintaining composure when dealing with direct reports, colleagues and external partners
Interested applicants are asked to visit: https://recruit.uwo.ca to apply online to job reference #22697, by midnight on May 25, 2021.
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
In support of the academic, research and service objectives of Western's community, we:
- provide excellence in financial management and reporting
- provide quality support, guidance and consultation
- promote effective stewardship of funds
Our vision is to be recognized as the strategic and innovative leader in financial services for higher education.
In support of Western’s academic, research and service activities, the Manager, Accounts Receivable develops and implements a reliable system that enables revenue generating and billing units to invoice external partners for goods and services purchased from Western. The incumbent strives for the timely collection of those funds, along with timely and accurate customer account updates to ensure the integrity of the database and effective accounting in support of the Western community. The Manager is accountable for the efficient and effective administration of the Employee Purchase Plan (Computer Loans), is the designated expert on matters relating to the collection of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST), oversees the efficient operation of the Central Cashier and provides advice and guidance to the Western Community to ensure compliance with all relevant corporate policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Education:
- Undergraduate Degree in Business Management / Administration
- CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) designation
Experience:
- 3 years’ financial accounting experience in a business office environment
- Experience supervising and managing staff
- Accounts receivable experience including collections and sub ledger reconciliations
- Experience in a large unionized, academic or not-for-profit environment
- Familiarity with Harmonized Sales Tax administration and reporting
- Strong financial systems (e.g. PeopleSoft or ERP system) knowledge is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Access)
- Demonstrated analytical ability with working knowledge of accounting principles
- Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines
- Ability to investigate defined issues, solicit input, and suggest remedies and alternative approaches that meet the needs of the situation
- Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
- Ability to delegate work and provide team members with clear direction and support in meeting their objectives
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and achieve desired results
- Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
- Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, while being open to trying new ideas and working methods
- Strong problem solving skills including experience formulating and executing action plans
- Ability to establish and maintain strong, productive relationships with, senior management, direct reports, colleagues and external partners
- Ability to foster the long-term learning and development of staff through coaching, managing performance, and mentoring
- Ability to implement process change using imaginative approaches where constructive thinking and innovation are required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively deal with colleagues and external partners
- Ability to work well under pressure, maintaining composure when dealing with direct reports, colleagues and external partners
Interested applicants are asked to visit: https://recruit.uwo.ca to apply online to job reference #22697, by midnight on May 25, 2021.
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
