AR Administrator (1yr Contract)

EP | Central Casting•Burnaby, BC

14d•Hybrid

About The Position

Entertainment Partners is a global organization that has been a trusted production partner to the entertainment industry for over 45 years, helping clients create and produce great shows, choose the best production location, forecast, manage and track expenses, and pay crew and talent. As a global leader in entertainment payroll, production finance and production management solutions, EP delivers integrated, digital solutions to support every phase of production. EP brings together background casting and digital production technology with the Casting Portal, the leading SaaS-based platform that has transformed the way background actors are found, hired, managed and paid, and the iconic and legendary Central Casting. Entertainment Partners Canada is the lead provider of financial services to the entertainment industry in Canada. We provide financial services to the Motion Picture, Television and Commercial industries along with production management and accounting software services. Entertainment Partners Canada prides itself on being the best in class from a product/services perspective but we are equally proud to have been Great Places to Work certified since 2017, providing an encouraging, accepting, and interesting work experience for all of our valued employees.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years related work experience in an accounting or banking environment
Ability to multi-task and prioritize issues in a high volume and fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to work with deadlines in an organized manner
Intermediate Excel skills, MS Word and Outlook
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent customer service skills, enjoys interacting with people, active listening and conflict resolution skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills and comfortable interacting with all organization levels
Takes initiative and works well under minimal supervision
Able to work well independently and as a team
Positive attitude and a genuine passion for the Finance field
Able to grasp new software easily
Proven ability to maintain sensitive and highly confidential information

Nice To Haves

Experience with Oracle Fusion accounting system or similar ERP system is preferred

Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable (AR) processing for payroll operations including preparing and posting daily cash receipts and deposits in PHARM (payment handling system), Esker (EP US) and the Oracle Fusion accounting system
Verifies remote deposits and incoming wire payments
Process daily payments and follow up with customer billing inquiries
Sets up payment and manage payment terms new shows in PRIME
Monitors and tracks late payments in PHARM daily
Assist in managing credit and collection activities
Produces aged receivable reports and makes collection calls as needed
Logs and monitors payroll packages on hold
Prepares refunds for Production companies when as requested
Setting up and uploading of NOC's daily and checking bank limits
Responds to customer requests regarding reports, invoice requests, stop payments and credit references as required
Perform backup duties for the Banking Specialist
Liaises with CIBC Business Contact Centre
Assists in month end reconciliations of Payroll GL accounts
Assist the Supervisor, Accounts Receivable with GL journal entries and account reconciliations
Assists with special projects and other related duties as assigned by Finance Operations Manager and the VP Finance
Provide support to all members of the Finance team as required

Benefits

Flexible work hours
Hybrid work environment
Casual dress code
Employee snack program
Wellness Wallet (HealthCare Spending Account)
Movie ticket reimbursement
Calm app subscription
Work lunches and events
Paid time off (Vacation, sick, volunteer and personal days and additional holiday time)
Commitment to employee growth and development (i.e. LinkedIn Learning membership)