Accounts Receivable Clerk

Location

Solomon Schechter Academy

Full-Time

July 1st 2026

Accounts Receivable Clerk responsible for handling financial transactions and maintaining accurate records, ensuring a smooth billing process for our school community.

• Accounts Receivable Duties:
  • Process deposits (cheques, PAW, and credit card payments). This includes PAW arrangements twice monthly, banking changes, amount changes, NSF follow‑up, and parent communication.
  • Manage petty cash, keeping accurate logs, reimbursements, and reconciliations.
  • Prepare and complete cheque deposits and perform regular trips to the bank as required.
  • Provide customer service to parents regarding school fees and payments, responding promptly and professionally.
  • Prepare mass invoicing for new school year fees (July) prior to the construction holiday/school closure.
  • Adjust invoices for new and returning students, including tuition assistance.
  • Review all bursary applications, prepare bursary files, follow up with parents to ensure accuracy, and assist in preparing final numbers for the Finance Committee.
  • Monitor collections by following up with families regarding overdue balances and ensuring timely updates.
  • Prepare invoicing for Extended Day programs.
  • Upload statements of account to families and assist with troubleshooting access when necessary.
  • Prepare and issue donation receipts as required throughout the year, ensuring reconciliations are completed (e.g., Israel Trip, library books, etc.).
• Payroll Functions:
  • Ensure all employee timesheets are entered properly and ready for processing.
  • Follow up with employees and managers regarding missing or incomplete timesheets and required approvals or signatures.
• GST & QST Remittances: Handle claims for the Academy and Foundation twice annually.
• Tax Receipts: Assist with preparation of tax receipts due by February 28.
• Bank Reconciliations: Perform monthly reconciliations for both the Academy and Foundation.
• Month-End Responsibilities:
  • Maintain a working knowledge of accounting entries, including reclassification and amortization journal entries.
  • Assist with month-end accounting processes and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
• Miscellaneous Responsibilities:
  • Assist with year-end audit preparation and auditor requests.
  • Conduct police verifications.
  • Order plaques and awards as required.
  • Maintain organized records and communicate pertinent financial or operational information to the Director of Finance in a timely manner.
  • Ensure monthly deadlines and deliverables are consistently met.
  • Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee, student, and financial information.
  • Support additional finance and administrative projects as assigned by the Director of Finance.

• High school or CEGEP diploma (or equivalent); relevant accounting or finance education is an asset.
• Previous experience in accounts receivable or a similar financial role.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and French to effectively communicate with the parent community.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to a positive school environment.

• A supportive and engaging work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The chance to be part of a caring and vibrant school community.

To apply, submit resume and cover letter to rsaleh.