Finance Co-op, Accounts Receivable

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At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.
With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work.  We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

Summer 2025 Work Term

Term Length: 4 months

Term Start: May 5, 2025

Term End: August 22, 2025

As of October 15, 2024 Loblaw has adopted the following Hybrid working model (a combination of working between the office and remotely). Colleagues will continue working remotely up to 1 day a week, while spending the other 4 days in the office (to be determined by each business unit).

GENERAL SUMMARY

This role will support Accounts Receivable functions for Enterprise Procurement and Supply Chain (Warehouse/Transport)

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible for timely and accurate preparation of AR Billing for PaaS and WaaS

• Preparation of period end journal entries & accruals to support the period end close process as needed

• Support the Supply Chain Finance AR team when required in projects and the FaaS Program

• Work alongside the SFA- AR to increase efficiencies, identify improvement opportunities and implement appropriate solutions

• Create SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) of new processes and update existing SOPs of the AR Department

Relationship Building

• Act as a business partner, providing support to our relevant business contacts

• Gain the confidence of the business by providing accurate and timely financial information, delivery with a sense of urgency and coping with business changes effectively and efficiently.

Communication Internal/External

• Keep appropriate individuals informed and up to date (team members/senior management) on status of financial information and projects

• Work closely with business contacts to understand urgency of financial tasks assigned and escalate any issues in the timely manner

Any Other Duties As Required

• Any other responsibilities or projects, as required.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Current enrollment in a relevant post-secondary program, focused on Accounting, Finance or related disciplines.

Skills Required:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage resources, timelines and projects

• Strong time management and organizational skills

• Strong technical skills (accounting practices/standards, Excel, etc.)

• Proactive individual, able to effectively manage various projects simultaneously

• Demonstrated ability to interact with people at various levels of an organization

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?
Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand.   Benefit from a competitive pay program and online learning through Academy.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed:

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture.  We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections. 

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today. 

Employment Type:

Full time

Type of Role:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing.  Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

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