Accounting Clerk - Maternity Leave

Position Summary

This is an outstanding full-time opportunity for an accounting clerk with our growing team. The Accounting Clerk will be expected to deal effectively in a fast-paced, time-critical environment, while always ensuring a professional manner. They will be integral at making sure that all daily accounting tasks are fulfilled. This position will be located at our head office in Blenheim, Ontario.

Responsibilities

1. Support the Accounting / Finance Department processing transactions for all areas including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Expense Reports, etc.
2. Process vendor invoices and rush cheque requests including checking authorization, general ledger, cost, and tax coding, ensuring compliance with firm best practices, and reconciling vendor statements.
3. Prepare invoices and manage collection process.
4. Record journal entries and reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts.
5. Provide support for year-end audit.
6. Process Accounts Receivable payments including posting receipts, bank deposits, and converting payments in other currencies.
7. Assist with processing transactions including deposits, payments, and incoming and outgoing wire transfers as required.
8. Investigate discrepancies using established procedures.
9. Apply standard mathematical skills such as calculations, formulas, and equations to perform routine calculations.
10. Answer inquiries via telephone, email, and in-person that are specific in nature.
11. Maintain filing systems, both electronic and hard copy.

Requirements

1. University Degree preferred.
2. 2-year experience in an accounting position ideal.
3. Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills required.
4. Strong MS Office (Excel) skills and experience with accounting programs required.
5. Excellent organizational and time management abilities required to prioritize a high volume of tasks or competing priorities.
6. Dedicated to providing service beyond expectation.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
8. Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to visualize and deliver creative solutions.
9. Ability to manage multiple internal clients and be adaptable to the needs of each.