Accounts Receivable Optimization Lead (6-Month Term)

Description

Competitive Benefits. Meaningful Extras. Unmatched Value.

• A place where you can take your career in the direction you want to grow and go
• Flexible work options and summer hours for eligible employees
• Save on gas at stations across Canada, including Chevron, Fas Gas, Ultramar, and Pioneer

The Opportunity :

Reporting to the Manager, Credit and Collections, the Accounts Receivable Optimization Lead is responsible for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounts receivable (AR) process within Finance Shared Services.

This role involves analyzing current AR processes and reporting, identifying areas for improvement, implementing best practices, and leveraging technology to optimize the AR function.

This role is also responsible for preparing AR key metrics and monthly reporting. The Accounts Receivable Optimization Lead will work closely with finance, sales, and customer service teams to ensure the accurate collection of receivables, minimize bad debt, and improve cash flow.

This position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a deep knowledge in accounts receivables and accounting.

This is a collaborative team player role with an ability to support a multiple stakeholders, while solving problems and recommending efficient sustainable solutions.

A continuous improvement mindset is required to review current processes and systems and provide insightful recommendations around opportunities.

Responsibilities

Reporting

• Monitor and analyze AR balances and KPIs to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare and analyze the monthly AFDA calculation.
• Prepare customer trending and analyze risk by customer, geography, and industry.
• Prepare and present AR management reports.

Process Optimization

• Assess current AR processes and identify inefficiencies or bottlenecks.
• Demonstrates commitment towards continuous improvement initiatives and willingness to challenge existing practices. Establishes common streamlined AR processes and internal controls, as well as drives automation in a cost-effective manner to enable Parkland to achieve synergies.
• Evaluate, implement, and / or optimize AR software solutions to enhance automation and reporting.
• Lead and facilitate projects or initiatives, including systems and process changes, ensuring clear objectives, timeline, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with IT and other support teams to continuously identify process improvement capabilities and implement new technologies where justified.
• Stay up to date with current technology, tools, and automation to maximize operational efficiency.
• Provide training and support for any changes or addition to the standard best practices

Education :

Post-Secondary Business or Finance Degree Professional Accounting Designation.

Requirements :

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in progressive and responsible roles related to financial and management accounting.
• Experience working in a strong customer service focused environment.
• Excellent critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to think outside of the box, deal with ambiguity and challenge information.
• Proven track record in building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Create a positive climate where team spirit and coordination are fostered.
• Knowledge of PDI, JDE, Great Plains, Infosys and GetPaid considered an asset.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office with an advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills along with the ability to work well in cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of financial systems, processes and internal controls including a working knowledge of GAAP (IFRS)
• Well-organized and detail-oriented with a strong commitment to ensuring deadlines are achieved

Humble. Hungry. Smart. Does this sound like you?

Do others describe you as being a down-to-earth achiever? Someone who thinks outside the box and always strives to do more than what is required.

Someone who sees the bigger picture? You sound brilliant to work with!

We Want You To Shine :

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you will have an opportunity to notify us when scheduling your interview.

Belonging Matters. Because You Do :

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Our ability to work as one team across Canada, the United States and the Caribbean is foundational to our success. We show up as our authentic selves each day and create space for one another’s unique contributions.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Affinity Networks help us activate enterprise-wide strategies that power a proactive culture of diversity, equity, inclusions, and ultimately belonging.

We respect the diverse cultures, traditions and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples and seek to achieve equitable partnerships and opportunities with Indigenous communities.

The Fine Print :

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the country in which they applied. Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol, and / or fitness for duty testing.

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