Rita Saber

Detail-oriented finance professional with over 17 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, legal billing, and financial operations. Proven expertise in full-cycle AR, invoice management, reconciliations, and payment processing within high-volume, fast-paced environments. Adept at ensuring accuracy, maintaining strong internal controls, and building effective relationships with clients, vendors and cross-functional teams.

Skilled in ERP systems including SAP, SAP VIM, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Great Plains and Acomba. Bilingual in French and English with strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous improvement.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST - IPEX

(2025-08)

• Process high-volume supplier invoices and ensure compliance with company policies and payment terms.
• Review purchase orders and resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with procurement and vendors.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and investigate outstanding balances to ensure accurate records.
• Coordinate with internal departments to obtain approvals and resolve invoice issues.
• Maintain accurate AP documentation and support month-end closing activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment processing while maintaining strong vendor relationships.

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN - CDPQ Infra

(2023-12 - 2025-08)

• Managed invoice intake, project assignment, and approval workflows across multiple departments using Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Coordinated purchase order fund requests with procurement and produced ad hoc financial analyses for management review.
• Maintained clear documentation and audit trails throughout all communication and approval processes.
• Ensured compliance with internal controls and financial policies.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST & INTERNAL COACH - Saco Technologies

(2022-02 - 2023-11)

• Managed full-cycle Accounts Payable for a multi-entity, multi-supplier environment.
• Processed high-volume invoices and performed three-way matching (PO, receipt, invoice).
• Reconciled vendor statements and resolved discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Processed employee expense reports and ensured accurate coding and approvals.
• Assisted with month-end close, AP aging, and audit preparation.
• Coached and onboarded new team members; created process documentation and provided ongoing guidance.

BILLING SPECIALIST - McCarthy Tétrault LLP

(2013-05 - 2018-08)

• Managed high-volume legal billing in a fast-paced law firm environment.
• Prepared and reviewed client invoices in accordance with firm billing guidelines and engagement letters.
• Reviewed time entries and ensured accuracy, compliance and proper narrative.
• Processed trust transactions, retainers, billings and billing adjustments.
• Maintained client and matter information with strict accuracy and confidentiality.
• Communicated effectively with lawyers and clients regarding billing inquiries and account issues.
• Ensured timely billing and cash collections while maintaining exceptional client service.

University Certificate - Business Administration

College Diploma - Technical Administration