Accounting Assistant

LightForm Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

LightForm Canada is seeking an Accounting Assistant with a primary focus on Accounts Payable. The role supports the accounting and purchasing cycles and collaborates with the Controller and purchasing team to ensure accurate financial operations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of Canadian experience in a similar role, strong bookkeeping knowledge, and proficiency with ERP systems. We offer a competitive compensation package and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Min 3 years of Canadian business experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting processes.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Processing Accounts Payable transactions.
• Communicating with vendors to resolve issues.
• Ensure payments are made on time and collect early pay discounts.
• Processing of bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Reviewing statements and reconcile invoices and related purchase orders.
• Processing foreign currency transactions.
• Maintaining GL accounts and ledgers.
• Assisting Controller and Assistant Controller as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking to add an Accounting Assistant to our growing team. This role will have an Accounts Payable focus but will assist in other areas of the accounting and purchasing cycles.

Duties

• Processing of Accounts Payable transactions
• Communicating with vendors to resolve issues
• Ensure payments are made on time and collect early pay discounts
• Processing of bank and credit card reconciliations
• Reviewing statements and reconcile invoices and related purchase orders
• Processing foreign currency transactions
• Maintaining GL accounts and ledgers
• Assisting Controller and Assistant Controller as needed

Qualifications

• Min 3 years of Canadian business experience working in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting processes
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

This position is an integral member of the accounting team and will work closely with the Assistant Controller and purchasing team to support the financial operations of the organization. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as professional development opportunities and a flexible schedule.