Meet SJC. We create, publish and print best-in-class content. As Canada’s largest privately owned communications company, we partner with our clients to provide marketing solutions that inform, inspire and empower audiences across every platform. Owner and publisher of Canada’s most iconic portfolio of media brands (Toronto Life, Chatelaine and Maclean’s to name a few), we provide incredible reach to an influential audience. SJC has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the last 20 years.
St. Joseph Communications is Canada’s largest privately owned communications company with three integrated platforms in Content, Print and Media. We are looking for an energetic and professional Accounts Recievable Manager to join our team.
Reporting to the Controller, the Accounts Receivable Manager oversees activities within the Accounts Receivable, Billing and Credit/Collections functions. This role ensures that customers pay their accounts on time to effectively strengthen the company’s financial position with a team of four direct reports.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable Management
- Supports sales efforts while maintaining the highest quality of accounts receivable within the company’s framework for risk
- Leads, motivates and guides the billing, credit & collections, and A/R team
- Oversees all accounts receivable systems including customer records, receivable reporting, bank deposits, billing schedules, invoicing, A/R subledger accounting, credit controls, miscellaneous billings, system process improvements and maintenance
- Covers cash app function
Credit & Collections
- Approves new customers, assesses customer credit references and grants credit terms and limits
- Reviews accounts receivable daily, makes decisions/recommendations based on customer status
- Supervises collections specialist and takes action to collect on clients who are past due, resolves customer disputes and payment issues, engages collection agency to settle uncollectible accounts
Client Billing & Receipts
- Manages two billing coordinators to ensure invoicing is completed on a timely and accurate basis.
- Responsible for maintenance of AR systems and training (Netsuite and Naviga)
- Supervises accounts receivable coordinator including payment applications, managing bank deposits, credit card processing, and other payment methods
- Continuously searches for opportunities to improve AR processes and reduce rework/manual work.
- Supports Billing Specialist in using online portals for billing (Ariba, Feildglass, Uber and others)
Management Reporting
- Provides reports for management including weekly cash and A/R aging reports, and keeps leaders informed of emerging risks with clients
- Ensures the A/R corporate policies, procedures and financial internal controls are followed, responding to audit requests
- Develops relationships with sales, order entry, finance and other stakeholders responding to queries and other tasks as required
- Provides support to AR staff and finance associates, assists with any other duties or special projects assigned by management
We're looking for someone with:
- 5+ years’ experience leading a team in the accounts receivable and/or related area
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with an ability to influence stakeholders
- Experience with computer software programs & online portals (Ariba, Netsuite or Naviga experience an asset)
- Proven ability to work independently, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Enthusiastic, well-organized, with a strong work ethic and positive team attitude
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
SJC Values
- Amaze our customers: We put our customers’ evolving needs at the heart of the business and inspire through our ideas, quality and service.
- Be relentlessly curious: We take the initiative to learn, try new things and brainstorm the next big idea.
- Respect every individual as equal: We value diversity as the means to creativity and cultivate a collaborative environment where everyone belongs.
- Innovate and adapt with urgency: Forward-thinking and flexible, we react quickly and boldly to change.
- Contribute to our community: We apply our resources and passions to make a difference – for people and our planet.
SJC Perks
- Health and Dental Benefits
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and online health & wellness resources with Homewood Health
- Scholarship program for employees’ children
- Exclusive employee magazine subscription rates
- 1-year complimentary Toronto Life Insider membership
- Discounted annual GoodLife membership
- Perkopolis Perk Program and employee pricing at major retailers
Accommodations at SJC
SJC is an equal opportunity employer. SJC is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Human Resources department if any accommodations are needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
Inclusion at SJC
Equality and respect for all is one of our founding values and core beliefs at SJC. We are a diverse group with associates of all ages, orientations, races and talents. We celebrate this diversity and we draw strength from it. Inclusivity at SJC means fostering a culture that welcomes and respects each individual as equal – both inside our walls and within the larger community.
