accounts receivable clerk

Title posted on ZipRecruiter - Accounts Receivable Specialist

Posted on April 04, 2025 by Employer details NEC Native Education College

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<h3>Job Description</h3><div>Job Description<div>Position Summary: The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing operational and student accounts receivables, including invoicing, receipting, reporting, and reconciliation. This role supports NEC's financial operations through accurate record keeping and timely collections while providing excellent service to students, funders, and departments. Based at the NEC Finance Office, this role reports to the Accounting Manager, Reporting.Main Responsibilities:• Generate and distribute operational and student invoices• Convert student invoices to sponsorship and financial aid invoices• Input bulk funding invoices into Colleague system• Process payments (cash, cheque, POS) and apply to student and operational accounts• Generate student awards and refunds where applicable• Print and mail annual T2202 forms• Collaborate with Admissions on tuition tracking and overdue accounts• Produce and distribute monthly AR aging reports• Prepare donation receipts and thank-you letters• Assist with month-end processes and provide audit supportPreferred Qualifications:• Diploma or Certificate in Accounting, Finance, or a related field• At least 2 years of experience in accounts receivable or related finance roles• Current CPA student preferred• Proficiency with Colleague or similar systems is an asset• Strong organizational and time management skills• Accuracy and attention to detail in financial data entry• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills• Cultural competency and sensitivity to Indigenous perspectives and communitiesTerms: Appointment to this full-time excluded position will require a formal criminal record check should a recent one not be on file, the details of which may preclude finalizing an offer of employment. NEC encourages members of equity-seeking groups to apply. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. </div></div>