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A.C. Lighting Inc. is a member of the worldwide “AC Group of companies”, one of the world’s largest suppliers of professional lighting and associated equipment to the entertainment industry.

A.C. Lighting Inc. is dedicated to supplying North America world-class lighting and associated rigging technologies for the theater, film, television, worship, exhibition, and commercial markets.


Accounts Receivable Clerk


Why Work for AC Americas?

We offer you a challenging job in a fast-growing company with a well-known reputation in the worldwide entertainment industry. You’ll get the feeling that everyone around you is pulling together to get things done, whether you’re working in the office or in the warehouse. We wouldn’t be where we are today without our people. As one of the largest single-source suppliers of leading-edge technologies and high-quality solutions, we are excited about the future of the company, and we want you to be part of our success story. We encourage your opportunities for career growth and develop your talents. We also offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a bunch of fun colleagues.

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness Program

To apply, please go to the following link to complete an employment survey and ensure you attach your resume at https://go.cultureindex.com/p/kb70FLhyt3eDL1M0o

Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities:

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office; Intermediate Excel skills a must.
  • Working knowledge of the accounting cycle and provincial sales tax regulations
  • Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Must be able to handle confidential information in an ethical and professional manner
  • Ability to prioritize and work effectively autonomously with little or no supervision.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential.
  • Experience with Full cycle of Accounts Receivables
  • Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and practices
  • Experience processing US Sales tax returns would be an asset

What You Will Bring:

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office; Intermediate Excel skills a must.
  • Working knowledge of the accounting cycle and provincial sales tax regulations
  • Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Must be able to handle confidential information in an ethical and professional manner
  • Ability to prioritize and work effectively autonomously with little or no supervision.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and practices

Education and Experience:

  • Collection: 3 years (required)
  • Accounts receivable: 3 years (required)
  • Postsecondary education in Accounting or Finance
  • Minimum 3 years experience in accounting/accounts receivable and collections

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE COMPLETE A QUICK PERSONALITY ASSESSMENT. SEE THE LINK BELOW. THIS WILL HELP US TO GET TO KNOW YOU BETTER. 

https://go.cultureindex.com/p/kb70FLhyt3eDL1M0o

AC Lighting is a respectful, caring and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted or alternatively, you may contact Human Resources.'


Accountant


Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Accountant will be responsible for month-end GL closing, budgeting, and year-end review processes. Daily and monthly functional accounting responsibilities are combined with process improvements and implementation of internal controls. Additional responsibilities include working closely with operations management regarding cost control and management and presenting monthly financials to senior management to provide an update on monthly expenses for Operations and Supply Chain budgets.

To be considered for this role, please complete an assessment. https://go.cultureindex.com/p/PYKjKz08e9YJ9UnKU6Z

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for the month-end closing process - ensuring month-end entries are processed accurately and on a timely basis
  • Perform account reconciliations, account analysis, accrual calculations, and other related accounting documents/schedules
  • Partner with operations to ensure all revenue and costs are accurately recorded by division and by business
  • Analyze results and clearly communicate key drivers of variances to prior year and plan numbers
  • Grow financial performance through analysis of financial results, forecasts, variances, and trends
  • Identify and drive process improvements. This includes but not limited to the creation of reports, tools, and dashboards
  • Assist with the development, documentation, and implementation of effective controls, policies, and procedures
  • Maintain a strong financial analysis foundation by tracking data trends for creating forecasts and models
  • Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking
  • Participate in special projects to improve process efficiency and performance
  • Participate in systems migrations, implementations, and other IT projects
  • Preparation of monthly government remittances (HST, GST)
  • Assist with the preparation of Duty Drawbacks
  • Financial modelling for new business opportunities
  • Ad-hoc tasks as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Postsecondary degree in a business and/or accounting program
  • CPA, CMA, CGA Designation would be an asset
  • 5 + years of relevant experience in an Accounting/Finance role
  • 2 to 5 years of Distribution, Supply Chain, Logistics experience an asset
  • Working knowledge/experience with ERP systems
  • Strong ability to plan, prioritize, and take action against multiple duties and responsibilities simultaneously
  • Experience with Inventory is a great asset
  • Ability to form relationships and work through and influence business stakeholders
  • Team player with strong people skills and proven ability to build relationships at various levels of the organization
  • Ability to take initiative in recognizing and resolving accounting problems, discrepancies or issues
  • Strong computer literacy, including demonstrated skills with Office 365; Advanced Excel skills are required
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

To be considered for this role, please complete an assessment. https://go.cultureindex.com/p/PYKjKz08e9YJ9UnKU6Z

About A.C. Americas

A.C. Americas is a group of companies that distributes world-class lighting and associated technologies for the theater, film, television, worship, exhibition, and commercial markets in North America.

Why Work for AC Americas?

We offer you a challenging job in a fast-growing company with a well-known reputation in the worldwide entertainment industry. You’ll feel that everyone around you is pulling together to get things done, whether you’re working in the office or the warehouse. We wouldn’t be where we are today without our people. As one of the largest single-source suppliers of leading-edge technologies and high-quality solutions, we are excited about the company's future, and we want you to be part of our success story. We encourage your opportunities for career growth and develop your talents. We also offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a bunch of fun colleagues.

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Application question(s):

  • Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
  • Will you , now or in the future, require visa sponsorship to continue working in Canada?
  • Do you have experience working in any of the following industries - supply chain, logistics, distribution, manufacturing?
  • Do you have minimum 2 years' experience dealing with financial statement analysis?
  • Do you have at least 3 years experience with full cycle accounting?

Experience:

  • Accounting: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person, Mississauga, ON

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent


Junior IT Support Specialist


Are you an individual who likes solving problems? Do you often notice things that others would look past? You may be the IT Support Specialist A.C. Americas is looking to hire.  The ideal candidate is analytical and likes to work systematically.

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

To be considered for this role, please complete a quick personality assessment. See the link below. This will help us to get to know you better.

https://go.cultureindex.com/p/SuO0q0s7642UqQSmqSbw

 

Why Work for AC Americas?

We offer you a challenging job in a fast-growing company with a well-known reputation in the worldwide entertainment industry. You’ll feel that everyone around you is pulling together to get things done, whether you’re working in the office or the warehouse. We wouldn’t be where we are today without our people. As one of the largest single-source suppliers of leading-edge technologies and high-quality solutions, we are excited about the company's future, and we want you to be part of our success story. We encourage your opportunities for career growth and develop your talents. We also offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a bunch of fun colleagues.

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness Program

Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities:

  • Provide first and second-tier technical support for hardware, software, and network-related issues.
  • Manage incoming support inquiries through a helpdesk ticketing system.
  • Balance incoming support requests and escalation to other IT personnel while attempting to determine root causes to resolve user issues.
  • Perform IMAC (installs, moves, adds, changes) services on hardware for desktops, laptops, tablets, flat panel monitors, printers, IT peripherals, routers, firewalls, switches, & and access points.
  • Perform desktop and COTS (custom-off-the-shelf-software) installation, including imaging.
  • Ensure licensed software is used in the facility, and the information is maintained in the licensing database.
  • Maintain software and hardware on desktops at the facility, including Office Automation software, Anti-Virus, and PC management software as per Desktop Setup Checklist.
  • Assist in creating and maintaining IT documentation of issues found and how they have been sorted out.
  • Keep track of IT assets.
  • Administer local phone system (including paging, voice mail, moves-adds-changes).
  • Support unique systems such as local MRP/ERP, PM system, Time and Attendance System, QA equipment, door controllers, buzzers, and other software or hardware.

 

What You Will Bring:

  • Postgraduate degree or diploma in Computer Science or completion of IT-related courses
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a full-time IT role, supporting desktop and laptop users.
  • Strong technical aptitude, especially relating to PC hardware and software, replacing faulty parts, and installing Windows and Microsoft Office.
  • Hands-on experience in Application administration (Office 365 and Windows 11).
  • Experience in wireless network and on-premise CCTV security monitoring.
  • Knowledge of CAT6 cable patching and crimping
  • Basic understanding of network topologies, protocols, and routing
  • Flexible to work after office hours and weekends when required
  • Skill in organization, analysis, time management, prioritization, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and quality of support and service
  • Good interpersonal skills and communication to interact with all levels of management
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks, and quickly adjust in a rapidly changing environment
  • Must be able to lift and move typical office electronics and computer equipment.

 

To be considered for this role, please complete a quick personality assessment. See the link below. This will help us to get to know you better.

https://go.cultureindex.com/p/SuO0q0s7642UqQSmqSbw

 

A.C. Americas is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, and equal opportunity. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, providing the applicant has met the bona fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted, or you can contact Human Resources.


Electronics Service Technician


Do you love repairing electronics, audio-visual, or lighting equipment? Are you able to identify problems at the component level? If so, we definitely want to hear from you!

A.C. Lighting has an exciting opportunity for an Electronics Service Technician who will provide essential testing and repair of all products and components for items manufactured by Spectrum Manufacturing and sold or distributed by AC Lighting and providing escalated client technical support.

What Will You Do?

  • Conduct technical repair and component level diagnostics of electronic units, audio-visual, lighting, and computer control equipment.
  • Replace components to test for equipment operation ability.
  • Set-up and operate various test equipment and tools to perform electrical and continuity testing to locate circuit and wiring faults, shorts, and component defects in items that require repair.
  • General electronics repair, solder and manually assemble various electronic components, and use of digital/analog multi-meter, oscilloscope, etc.
  • Install, mount, fasten, align and adjust parts, components, wiring, and harnesses subassemblies and assemblies using hand and small power tools.
  • Complete all necessary paperwork in regards to repair work for RMA, parts requests, and electronic reworks etc.
  • Record product failure issues and report reoccurring issues to the supplier.
  • Provide technical support to dealers when required
  • Disassemble/assemble units and verify the correct operation of the product.
  • Maintain and exercise the use of all operating procedures in your department.
  • Other duties as needed and assigned by your manager.

What Do You Need To Succeed?

  • Electronic training in engineering or knowledge of digital electronics.  
  • Experience in electronics diagnostics and repair.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Technical troubleshooting skills.
  • Read and comprehend electrical and mechanical drawings.  
  • Operate measuring tools, manual and electronic measuring and testing equipment.  
  • Operate basic hand and power tools.  
  • Use soldering tools.
  • Detailed oriented
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Preferred Skills:

  • Working knowledge of A.C. Lighting products.
  • Technical experience in professional lighting & AV industries.
  • Understanding of networked audio products and solutions

Competencies:

Results Oriented

You must be able to set realistic objectives, plans, and follow-up systems for the achievement of results

Work Ethic

Take pride in your work and invest the time & effort required to deliver outstanding results.

Positive Attitude

Possess a positive, can-do attitude that is infectious throughout the organization.


Application Instructions:

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About A.C. Americas

A.C. Americas is a group of companies that distributes world-class lighting and associated technologies for the theater, film, television, worship, exhibition, and commercial markets in North America.

Why Work for AC Americas?

We offer you a challenging job in a fast-growing company with a well-known reputation in the worldwide entertainment industry. You’ll feel that everyone around you is pulling together to get things done, whether you’re working in the office or the warehouse. We wouldn’t be where we are today without our people. As one of the largest single-source suppliers of leading-edge technologies and high-quality solutions, we are excited about the company's future, and we want you to be part of our success story. We encourage your opportunities for career growth and develop your talents. We also offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a bunch of fun colleagues.

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program

How to Apply


We are always looking for great talent!

If you don't see what you're looking for, we still welcome general applications.

*To be considered for a position within A.C. Lighting Inc., please visit 

Thank you for your interest in AC Americas!