About This Role
The Accounting Clerk supports the company's growing finance function by assisting with daily accounts receivable and accounts payable activities. This role provides essential support to the Assistant Controller and contributes to maintaining accurate financial records, timely processing, and strong internal controls.
Responsibilities
- Perform data entry and maintain accurate records using SYSPRO accounting software
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions efficiently and accurately
- Reconcile accounts regularly to ensure consistency and correctness of financial data
- Assist with payroll processing and related activities using systems like EasyPay
- Perform account analysis to identify discrepancies or irregularities and resolve issues promptly
- Support budgeting activities by providing relevant financial data and reports
- Conduct regular account reconciliation to verify balances across various ledgers
- Prepare detailed reports for management review and audit purposes
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless financial operations and compliance with company policies
- Perform other related duties
Requirements
- Secondary school completion with business, accounting and math courses
- Familiarity with business documents such as quotes, orders, invoices, and credit notes
- Proficiency in Excel
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfort with office equipment such as printers, scanners, bar code readers, and common business software
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy when working with financial data
- Strong background in bookkeeping, data entry, account reconciliation, and general accounting practices
- Familiarity with accounts payable/receivable processes and payroll administration
- Knowledge of financial analysis techniques including account analysis and budgeting support
- Excellent math skills with attention to detail for accurate record keeping and reporting
- Meticulous in work, proficient in various accounting systems, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently within a fast-paced setting
Nice to have:
- Post-secondary education in accounting or business
- Proven experience working with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, Workday, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, UltiPro, Kronos, or ADP
- Prior experience in a finance or accounting role within a professional environment
Benefits
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care