Summary of Position
Lionsgate Canada is actively seeking a Coordinator, Accounts Receivable to join the Accounts Receivable team. Reporting to the Accounts Receivable Manager, this role is responsible for coordinating invoicing activities across television production, licensing, and international sales.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative and detail-oriented team player with strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills. You are comfortable managing multiple priorities, adapting to changing needs, and working effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. You bring a customer-focused approach to your work and are committed to providing timely, professional, and friendly service to both internal and external stakeholders while adhering to established policies, procedures, and controls.
Specific Responsibilities Include
- Contact customers to follow up on outstanding balances and payment status across various groups, including international sales, third-party royalties/overages, and television production receivables.
- Support the implementation and consistent application of accounts receivable and collection best practices to help optimize DSO, including standardized customer communications, system-generated notices, and account statements.
- Coordinate with customers to ensure required forms, tax documentation, and account information are current and accurate.
- Create and maintain accounts on customer platforms and portals.
- Research and resolve account disputes, billing discrepancies, and invoice-related inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Prepare invoices and distribute them to the appropriate customer contact or department, as required.
- Partner with Finance to maintain accurate and up-to-date customer contact and account information.
- Assist with month-end accounts receivable processes and related activities.
- Prepare bank reconciliations.
- Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and supporting analyses related to billing, collections, and accounts receivable.
- Complete audit requests and provide supporting documentation as required.
- Perform assigned activities in accordance with established SOX controls and internal procedures.
- Perform other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned by the Accounts Receivable Manager.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate confidently and professionally while maintaining positive customer relationships.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel, including working with large data sets, creating reports and schedules, and using tools such as pivot tables.
- Ability to review and interpret contracts, agreements, and other business or legal documentation as they relate to billing and receivables.
- Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices, and internal controls.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Customer-service oriented, with a practical and solutions-focused approach to resolving inquiries and discrepancies.
- Self-motivated and dependable, with the ability to learn quickly, take ownership of responsibilities, and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods, as required.
- Previous experience in accounts receivable, billing, collections, or a related finance function.
- Experience with SAP, SharePoint, and Power BI is considered an asset.
Salary Range
$50,000 - $55,000
Our Benefits & Perks
- Taking care: competitive health and dental coverage plus dedicated Health Spending Account
- Investment in your future: Group RRSP with employer match
- Be inspired: regular film screenings and opportunity to get involved in industry events
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. The studio 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-favorite television and series content across a vast catalogue.
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.
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