Accounting and Customer Service Coordinator

County Farm Centre; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local agricultural services provider in Central Ontario is seeking an Accounting & Customer Service Coordinator. The ideal candidate should be friendly, detail-oriented, and possess strong organizational skills. You will support office operations and customer inquiries while working closely with management. Ideal qualifications include a relevant post-secondary degree and experience with office procedures. This position may require extended hours, especially during peak seasons.

Benefits

Dental care

Extended health care

Life insurance

RRSP match

Store discount

Qualifications

• Completion of a Post Secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, Accounting or Ag-Business would be considered an asset.
• Proven punctuality and organizational skills with the ability to work under time pressure.
• Ability to operate computers with a working knowledge of word-processing and spreadsheet programs.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with various CFC division staff.
• Lead in filing, photocopying and general office procedures.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and direct them appropriately.
• Ensure proper approval of vendor invoices.
• Assist controller with vendor payments.

Skills

Punctuality

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Data entry accuracy

Education

Post Secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, Accounting or Ag-Business

Tools

Word-processing programs

Spreadsheet programs

Job description

Overview

Since 1994, County Farm Centre has been providing the Quinte Region with Crop services, Fuel/Home Heat Delivery, Livestock feed and Retail shopping. We are currently looking to add an Accounting & Customer Service Coordinator to our team. Our ideal candidate is someone who is friendly and personable with a high attention to detail and a passion for agriculture.

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Store discount

Essential Job Functions

Under the direction of the Controller the Accounting & Customer Service Coordinator will work closely with the management to support products and services offered by the various CFC Divisions.

• Work closely with various CFC division staff – gain an understanding and knowledge of the various products used.
• Lead in filing, photocopying and general office procedures – including filing of application, blend, and delivery tickets.
• Answer incoming telephone calls, direct calls to proper staff and serve as first point of contact for customers entering the office.
• Ensure proper approval of vendor invoices and accurate entry and coding of expenses.
• Assist controller with vendor payments.
• Assist with statements and payment processing.
• Ensure all customer inquiries are handled in a timely fashion and to the satisfaction of both the company and customer by maintaining proper follow-up procedures.
• Accurate data entry for invoicing and customer account payments.
• Run sales reports for management, as required.
• Ensure all month end cutoffs are completed.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Completion of a Post Secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, Accounting or Ag-Business would be considered an asset.
• Proven punctuality and organizational skills with the ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines during the daily, weekly, monthly, and annual account close cycles.
• Ability to operate computers with a working knowledge of word-processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Ability to work without close supervision and be proactive, while also being able to work in a team environment.
• Required to work extended hours, particularly during peak seasons. Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain a positive, professional manner under all conditions.