Accounts Receivable Analyst

Description de poste

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!

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

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our Finance team and support the organization’s end-to-end receivables operations.

In this role, the incumbent will be responsible for applying incoming payments, monitoring accounts receivable, resolving discrepancies, and working closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely and accurate cash collection. The incumbent will support multiple revenue streams, including research-related and operational activities.

General Duties

• Apply incoming payments (cheques, wire transfers, electronic payments) accurately to the appropriate accounts and invoices.
• Code incoming cash according to established accounting structures and funding sources.
• Investigate and resolve unidentified, partially applied, or misapplied payments.
• Resolve overpayments, underpayments, and system-generated discrepancies (negative balances or commitments).
• Prepare and process correcting journal entries when required.
• Maintain organized electronic records to ensure audit readiness and traceability.
• Interpret and apply internal financial policies and funding-specific rules to cash application activities.
• Create and maintain accounts receivable entries for invoices issued by Finance.
• Process invoice adjustments, cancellations, and corrections as required.
• Ensure invoices and receivable records are accurate, complete, and properly documented.
• Support revenue tracking and reconciliation activities.
• Monitor aged accounts receivable and proactively follow up on outstanding balances.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders and external payers to resolve overdue items.
• Escalate high-risk or potentially uncollectible balances to management with supporting analysis.
• Prepare aged AR reports and ad hoc analyses for Finance and management.
• Support external reporting requirements related to funds received.
• Provide clear explanations and guidance related to payment status, discrepancies, and required documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve complex or sensitive receivable issues.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing documentation and transaction explanations.
• Participate in special finance projects as assigned.

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Education / Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree
Field of study: Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Work experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in accounts receivable, finance operations, or accounting-related roles.

Required Skills

• Advanced knowledge of oral and written French is required.
• An advanced knowledge of oral and written English is required, as the position requires regular and complex contact with researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• High attention to detail and sound professional judgment.
• Experience in an academic hospital or research institute environment is an asset.