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Re: Sound is the Canadian not-for-profit music licensing company dedicated to obtaining fair compensation for artists and record companies for their performance rights. We advocate for music creators, educate music users, license businesses and distribute royalties to creators — all to help build a thriving and sustainable music industry in Canada.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Assistant works with a small Finance team which supports the business in processing, reporting and business consulting. With a focus on cross-training and multi-role support, the following is a general description of the position’s duties and responsibilities:
- Process accounting transactions including journal entries
- Perform account reconciliation, month-end closing
- Process and record incoming payments
- Ensure timely collection of royalties and reconcile customer payments in a timely manner, including follow up on overdue tariff payments
- Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies or misapplied cash transactions
- Maintain and update customer records in the system on a timely basis
- Prepare financial and sales reports and any ad hoc reports assigned
- Provide A/P processing support and coverage as needed including monthly/quarterly royalty distributions
- Assist in the preparation of year-end audit working documents
- Other duties as required
Experience and Qualifications
- University degree in accounting or commerce
- 3 years’ experience in hands-on accounting and A/R capacity
- Must be Excel proficient and savvy with MS Office (Word, Outlook)
- Must have experience in an enterprise accounting systems (Epicor an asset)
- Detail oriented, strong organization and prioritization skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Ability to work independently
- French speaking an asset
Re: Sound is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. Re: Sound is committed to providing a workplace that is accessible to all. Should you require accommodation during the staffing process, please let us know.
If you are interested in this position please send us your resume and a cover letter.
We thank all applicants in advance – only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flextime
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Day shift