Accounting Assistant - Accounts Receivable

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is contingent on conditional funding and does not qualify for conversion under the AUPE Collective Agreement

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Accounting Assistant - Accounts Receivable
Position Summary The Accounting Assistant provides prompt and knowledgeable customer service to students, staff and community members. This position is responsible for a variety of functions related to revenue recognition, account payments and refunds, cash controls and safekeeping of monetary assets, general ledger transfers, reconciliations and monitoring fiscal deadlines ensuring accuracy and timeliness The Accounting Assistant is a critical member of the Accounts Receivable team in the Fee’s Office, in charge of providing expert account support and customer service while ensuring full compliance and consistent application of RDP policies, procedures and internal controls
Position Responsibilities

• Process payment transactions for student and vendor accounts.
• Accounting for revenue and banking transactions including handling cash, bank deposits, petty cash and ensuring compliance with polices and signing authority procedures.
• Complete financial reconciliations based on analysis of financial transactions including investigation of errors, finding solutions and correcting procedure.
• Generate financial transactions in the accounts receivable system for vendor sponsorship contracts, external client contracts, issue invoices, record account charges and payments.
• Process and issue refunds accurately and timely through systematic analysis and investigation in accordance with regulations and policy.
• Write and maintain accounting procedures including the review and update of current online/procedure manual documentation based on knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and PSAS (Public Sector Accounting Standards).
• Assist with special projects and accounts receivable support (i.e. year end, departmental financial controls and audit requests).
• Completes collection activities, year-end bad debt reports, analysis of delinquent accounts, process hold updates and reconcile collection agency reports monthly.
• Monitors compliance with cash controls, deliver support to departments on internal controls and assist with training.
• Aptitude with systems and ability to work in multiple applications and provide expertise to others.
• Customer service inquiries, provide information and guidance efficiently and effectively while maintaining confidentiality.

Required Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary training in Business Administration with a major in Accounting
• Minimum one year related experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
• Demonstrated ability to use and to learn financial and related systems including integrated financial systems (Banner) and report writing software (Cognos).
• Experience in cash management, cash controls and electronic banking systems with strong attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate and document complex solutions
• Prioritizing work and time management to meet deadlines
• Able to complete complex reconciliations of financial transactions and systems based knowledge of accounting standards (GAAP) and Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS).
• Additional core competencies including managing busy times effectively, building rapport, consultative skills, adaptability, personal work ethic, attentiveness, organizing/planning, strong teamwork, sensitivity and respect of others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with systems such as Ellucian Banner, TouchNet and Global Payments would be an asset
• Shows initiative and has advanced problem solving skills to develop efficiencies and effectiveness in daily operations

Salary or Hourly? Hourly
Salary $29.13 - $34.08
Benefits and Compensation Information An additional 15% of the hourly rate in lieu of vacation, statutory
holidays and benefits
About Red Deer Polytechnic Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) provides more than 80 industry-relevant programs within a breadth of credentials to approximately 6,300 credit and apprenticeship students and 3,400+ learners with Continuing Education programming. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres in advanced manufacturing and energy innovation, the Polytechnic provides applied research opportunities, leadership in the social, economic, and cultural development of Alberta, and myriad lifelong learning opportunities
Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is more than a post-secondary institution. It is a community of highly dedicated and skilled faculty, staff, learners, and partners who are making a positive impact on the world around us. Unbound by tradition, we are focused on producing the talent, solutions, and environments needed for Alberta’s economy and society to thrive.
Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.
Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community.
Posting Detail Information

Competition Number 2025-A-161
Employment Type Term-Certain Part-Time
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 10/20/2025
Position End Date (if term-certain) 06/30/2026
FTE 0.8
Hours of Work Typically 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m
Open Date 10/03/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Note to Applicant Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.
At RDP, we are committed to a merit-based hiring process, and we believe in an inclusive workplace that is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming and respectful. We recognize, value, and leverage differences in identities, abilities, background, cultures, skills, experiences, and perspectives. Our practices are guided by the principles of the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. If you believe you have the skills and equivalent experience and potential to contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply
Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected]
Special Instructions to Applicants This position is contingent on conditional funding and does not qualify for conversion under the AUPE Collective Agreement
Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents