Senior AR Accountant

With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, IMAX is the gold standard in immersive entertainment. We are the go-to, end-to-end premium technology platform for the world’s greatest filmmakers and creators — giving them the tools to realize their visions to the fullest. 

As a result, IMAX attracts the most skilled and accomplished professionals in entertainment and technology. Our global teams merge technical, creative and operational expertise, deep industry relationships spanning the world, and an agile, entrepreneurial approach that prioritizes quality and innovation. 

Our success is driven by our people. We cultivate our unique culture by fostering strong team connections, recognizing and rewarding excellence, and creating a workplace that empowers success. By working together in service of our mission, we push the limits of human imagination and transcend the ordinary. 

Job Description:

What you’ll be doing

• Review and interpret client contracts and amendments to ensure accurate billing in line with complex and evolving commercial terms.
• Bill routine client billings and issue Golden Tax invoices in compliance with PRC regulations.
• Coordinate with clients on overdue balances, account inquiries, reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution, while providing timely internal feedback.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Sales, Legal, Operations) to ensure proper understanding and execution of contract terms and billing arrangements.
• Enforce payment terms and IMAX credit control policies in alignment with contractual agreements.
• Maintain, update, and create client master data in SAP.
• Assist in month-end closing of the Accounts Receivable module, reconcile control accounts to sub-ledgers, and prepare monthly reports.
• Complete monthly client account reconciliations.
• Prepare credit memos, adjustments, and journal entries in compliance with internal controls.
• Assist in audit reviews and provide necessary documentation.
• Perform regular filing of invoices, communications, and system-generated reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with solid exposure to Accounts Receivable.
• Strong ability to review and interpret complex contracts with multiple amendments, with a high level of attention to detail and patience.
• Proficiency in SAP with hands-on experience is mandatory.
• Familiarity with Golden Tax System is required.
• Intermediate use of Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and an openness to learning new skills.
• Good understanding of PRC tax regulations and accounting principles.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and ability to work effectively with business stakeholders.
• Good commercial awareness and ability to support business discussions with clients when needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a service-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work successfully under tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills in English.

At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.

For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.