Staff Accountant, Revenue and Receivables
About the role
Job Summary
The Staff Accountant – Revenue and Receivables is responsible for ensuring that revenue is properly recorded and collected on a timely basis.
Main Responsibilities
- Invoice, record revenue, collections, and monitor accounts receivable for the following:
- Advertising
- Suite rentals
- Suite licenses
- Meeting room rentals
- Arena rentals
- Tenants
- All other daily/monthly/quarterly invoices for each company
- Record and post all cash and credit card receipts
- Maintain general ledger accounts relating to revenue, deferred revenue, unbilled amounts, accounts receivable, and allowance for doubtful accounts.
- Prepare month-end journal entries, reconciliations, and analysis
- Respond to customer inquiries and maintain good customer relations
- Monitor AR Aging reports and proactively follow up on overdue payments
- Works collaboratively with the Corporate Sales Department and other departments to proactively manage and resolve business and operational issues in an innovative, efficient and effective manner
- Responsible for internal invoices/allocations and analysis of GL accounts
- Responsible for certain reporting to the NHL
- Assist with special projects
- Other duties as assigned by the Manager, Revenues & Receivables
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years previous experience in accounting with an emphasis on accounts receivable and collections
- Post-secondary diploma in Accounting or Business Administration
- Previous customer service experience
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Working knowledge of general accounting principles and online banking systems
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Desire to continuously optimize processes
- General awareness of PCI standards pertaining to security of credit card information
 We would like to thank all applicants for applying; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications received will be maintained on file for a period of 6 months and may be referenced for future staffing requirements.
Senators Sports & Entertainment supports the goals of Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and is pleased to accommodate applicants who have a disability during the recruitment process. Please inform the Human Resources Department at 613-599-0250 if you require disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process.
- SSE is committed to building an inclusive process that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities.
About Ottawa Senators Hockey Club
Vision -- Celebrate a Stanley Cup win in Hockey Country.
Our mission -- Deliver memorable entertainment experiences, build a stronger community and create fans for life.
Our values -- We believe in:
- Integrity ... forms the basis for everything we do, by building character on the ice, in the community, with our fans and partners.
- Commitment ... to each other, our partners and most importantly to put our fans first every day.
- Innovation ... generate new ideas, embrace change and deliver creative solutions.
- Passion ... for Canada's game, Ottawa's rich history and our home team.
- Community ... we inspire and unite the entire Ottawa-Gatineau region as one 'Sens Army'. We are the heart of Hockey Country.
- Perseverance ... our drive for excellence is based on a 'hard-work-conquers-all' attitude and is fueled by our hunger to the Stanley Cup.
Staff Accountant, Revenue and Receivables
About the role
Job Summary
The Staff Accountant – Revenue and Receivables is responsible for ensuring that revenue is properly recorded and collected on a timely basis.
Main Responsibilities
- Invoice, record revenue, collections, and monitor accounts receivable for the following:
- Advertising
- Suite rentals
- Suite licenses
- Meeting room rentals
- Arena rentals
- Tenants
- All other daily/monthly/quarterly invoices for each company
- Record and post all cash and credit card receipts
- Maintain general ledger accounts relating to revenue, deferred revenue, unbilled amounts, accounts receivable, and allowance for doubtful accounts.
- Prepare month-end journal entries, reconciliations, and analysis
- Respond to customer inquiries and maintain good customer relations
- Monitor AR Aging reports and proactively follow up on overdue payments
- Works collaboratively with the Corporate Sales Department and other departments to proactively manage and resolve business and operational issues in an innovative, efficient and effective manner
- Responsible for internal invoices/allocations and analysis of GL accounts
- Responsible for certain reporting to the NHL
- Assist with special projects
- Other duties as assigned by the Manager, Revenues & Receivables
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years previous experience in accounting with an emphasis on accounts receivable and collections
- Post-secondary diploma in Accounting or Business Administration
- Previous customer service experience
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Working knowledge of general accounting principles and online banking systems
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Desire to continuously optimize processes
- General awareness of PCI standards pertaining to security of credit card information
 We would like to thank all applicants for applying; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications received will be maintained on file for a period of 6 months and may be referenced for future staffing requirements.
Senators Sports & Entertainment supports the goals of Ontario Regulation 191/11 - Integrated Accessibility Standards and is pleased to accommodate applicants who have a disability during the recruitment process. Please inform the Human Resources Department at 613-599-0250 if you require disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process.
- SSE is committed to building an inclusive process that respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities.
About Ottawa Senators Hockey Club
Vision -- Celebrate a Stanley Cup win in Hockey Country.
Our mission -- Deliver memorable entertainment experiences, build a stronger community and create fans for life.
Our values -- We believe in:
- Integrity ... forms the basis for everything we do, by building character on the ice, in the community, with our fans and partners.
- Commitment ... to each other, our partners and most importantly to put our fans first every day.
- Innovation ... generate new ideas, embrace change and deliver creative solutions.
- Passion ... for Canada's game, Ottawa's rich history and our home team.
- Community ... we inspire and unite the entire Ottawa-Gatineau region as one 'Sens Army'. We are the heart of Hockey Country.
- Perseverance ... our drive for excellence is based on a 'hard-work-conquers-all' attitude and is fueled by our hunger to the Stanley Cup.

