Founded in 1982, Mentor College educates children from junior kindergarten through to the university entrance level.
Mentor College is looking for a detail oriented and organized Accounting and Receivables Coordinator, to join our finance team. This role will be reporting to the Controller/Business Principal and is responsible for accounts receivable functions, parent account support, deposits and payment processing, and general accounting assistance.
What we Offer:
- Competitive wages (depending on experience) and group benefits plan, including dental and life insurance
- Generous vacation and paid time off
- Group pension plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-site parking
- Exciting and challenging opportunity to grow within the company
- An awesome team of dedicated individuals
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable & Billing
- Maintain student and parent accounts
- Process tuition payments, deposits, and adjustments
- Apply electronic payments, PADs, cheques, and e-transfers
- Monitor overdue accounts and follow up on outstanding balances
- Respond to parent inquiries regarding billing and payments
- Assist with payment plans and account reconciliations
- Prepare A/R reports and aging summaries
General Accounting Support
- Assist with bank reconciliations and account reconciliations
- Support month-end and year-end procedures
- Prepare journal entries and maintain supporting documentation
- Support cash handling and deposit processes
- Assist with tracking deferred revenue and other accounting schedules
- Provide backup support to other accounting functions as needed
Administrative & Team Support
- Maintain organized accounting records and files
- Assist with process improvements and system implementation initiatives
- Support finance office administrative tasks and special projects
- Collaborate with other departments including admissions and administration
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or business administration
- Minimum 2–3 years of accounting or accounts receivable experience
- Working toward a CPA designation is considered an asset
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Experience with Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems considered an asset
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- A solid familiarity with general accounting principles
Preferred Qualities
- Professional and approachable communication style
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team
- Experience in a school environment considered an asset
- Preference will be given to candidates who have experience with Sage Intacct
- Strong Microsoft Office skills with particular experience and knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- The ability to act responsibly and ethically when working with sensitive financial information, whether it’s information for the company or for individuals
- Strong people skills – a polite and professional demeanor when working with parents as well as coworkers
General
The applicant will be required to work from our Main Campus location in Mississauga.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for interview will be contacted.
We are committed to all forms of diversity and welcome applications from all racial and ethnic backgrounds. We also welcome candidates with disabilities, as well as all genders and sexualities.
Selected candidates with disabilities who require special needs in the selection process will be accommodated to the best of our ability.
No Agencies Please
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $59,080.00-$61,850.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mississauga, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Accounting: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
