Senior Accounting Clerk

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference

Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Research Grants Office's Manager, the incumbent will assist with the monitoring of research related accounts to ensure compliance with pre-established contractual obligations. Using available information systems, the incumbent will also perform data entry necessary to update accounts and files. The position requires the incumbent to act as a resource to the research community and administrative staff.

General Duties

• Carefully review contracts and other documents to ensure compliance with invoicing requirements,
• Manually generate invoices for reimbursement, payment for services rendered or at the request of the funding agency,
• Deals with invoicing related correspondence with internal team members and with external funding agencies,
• Ensures appropriate follow-ups of outstanding payments for Grants and Awards as per contractual schedules,
• On a monthly basis, issues an aging report for accounts receivable and follows up payments accordingly,
• Promptly inform management about uncollectible amounts in order to prepare an action plan,
• Creates a receivable entry in the accounting system for all CIM invoices,
• May communicate with research investigators regarding their accounts,
• Compiles, verifies, analyzes, interprets, prepares and transmits accounting data,
• Responds to inquiries and takes appropriate action,
• Office work requiring a sound knowledge of general office routine,
• performs other tasks or projects related to the accounts receivable cycle

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Education / Experience

Education: DEP in Accounting or equivalent

Experience: Minimum 2 years of accounting experience.

Required Skills

• General knowledge of accounting principles,
• General aptitude in mathematics,
• High level of accuracy,
• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel and Word,
• Sound knowledge of general office routines,
• Bilingual French and English (spoken and written),
• High level of organizational, interpersonal and communication skills,
• Must be client-focused and service-oriented,
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills,
• Strong attention to detail,
• Ability to multi task, prioritize and meet deadlines,
• Able to exercise considerable independent judgment to resolve issues.

Additional information

Status
: Temporary full time, 35 hours workweek(12 months).

Pay Scale
: $41, $62, Commensurate with education and experience.

Work Shift
: From 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Mondays to Fridays

Work Site
: Mostly Telework or occasionally on site at downtown Montreal (2155 Guy Street).

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Why work with us?

• 4-week vacation, 5th week after 5 years,
• Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations),
• 13 paid statutory holidays,
• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),
• Telemedicine,
• RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan),
• Training and professional development opportunities,
• Child Care Centres,
• Corporate Discounts (OPUS + Perkopolis),
• Competitive monthly parking rate,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• Recognition Program,
• Flex work options and much more

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THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.
Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact,