Accounts Receivable Administrator (Bilingual)

Colliers Project Leaders | Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Onboarding program

Professional development

Mentorship program

Volunteer day

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Colliers Project Leaders in Canada seeks an entry-level Accounts Receivable professional who thrives in a collaborative setting and is eager to build practical accounting skills. You will issue invoices, monitor payments, and support month-end processes under supervision.

The ideal candidate is a recent accounting or commerce graduate fluent in English and French, comfortable with fast-paced deadlines, and proficient in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and French with strong written and spoken communication.
• Diploma in Accounting or equivalent practical experience.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of the accounts receivable cycle and accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Process and issue invoices in a timely manner.
• Review project contracts and related correspondence against project invoices.
• Monitor project setup according to company protocols.
• Prepare invoice backups and reconciliation documents.
• Email invoices to clients or upload invoices to client portals.

Skills

Bilingual English/French

Data entry

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Microsoft Excel

Education

Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Windows

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in communities and for the people who live there.

Overview

Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in communities and for the people who live there. We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life. We’ve led over 20,000+ projects that:

• Make cities more livable
• Enhance workplaces
• Create spaces people want to return to
• Improve patient care
• Deliver clean drinking water
• Build a sustainable future

And so much more.

This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities.

If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.

Your Role

The Accounts Receivable position is an entry level role and calls for individuals who enjoy working in a collaborative environment, are detail orientated and have a keen interest in developing their operational accounting skills. You come with an understanding of the accounting cycle, specifically the accounts receivable cycle.

Our ideal candidate is a recent graduate from an Accounting or Commerce program with some previous experience supporting a busy accounting team. The roles and responsibilities will provide a broad range of accounting knowledge to carry out the associated tasks including issuing invoices and collecting the invoice payments in a timely manner that would be helpful for starting your accounting career.

Responsibilities

• Process and issue invoices in a timely manner.
• Ability to review and verify Project Initiation Sheets against project contracts and related correspondence as required.
• Monitor project setup according to company protocols.
• Prepare invoice, backup or other reconciliation documents as required.
• Email invoices to clients or uploading of invoices to client portals as needed.
• Prepare monthly Accounts Receivable Statements and distribute to the clients.
• Perform accounts receivable collections.
• Correspond with Business Units and clients regarding invoicing and collections.
• Input daily cash receipts including cheques and wire transfer payments.
• Prepare and maintain accounting files, records, and reports.
• Review monthly transactions on hold and action to resolve.
• Analyze and resolve invoicing issues within accounting system.
• Process journal entries as needed.
• Ability to review and test AR functions within new versions of Microsoft software
• Uploading of invoices to client portals as needed.
• Perform other related work as required.

Qualifications

• Professional proficiency in both English and French, with excellent oral and written communication skills in both languages.
• A diploma in Accounting program, or an equivalent combination of academic and practical experience.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines, under pressure, and in a fast paced environment.
• Understanding of accounting cycle, specifically the accounts receivable cycle.
• Strong data entry and processing skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Sorting, checking, filing, counting, and verifying numbers skills.
• Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications.
• Knowledge of the following computer applications: Microsoft Windows, MS Outlook, MS Word, and MS Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with employees and vendors.
• Self-motivated with proactive approach to completing tasks.

Don’t have every single qualification?

We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.

What You Can Expect

• An opportunity to truly impact our communities
• A flexible work environment
• A comprehensive onboarding experience
• Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program
• A paid volunteer day
• An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences
• And much more!

Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities!

Disclaimer

Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 18,000 professionals operating in 63 countries.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.