Accounting Assistant - Accounts Payable

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

Job summary

LightFormShop in Canada is seeking an Accounting Assistant with an Accounts Payable focus to support the accounting and purchasing cycles. The role involves processing payables, communicating with vendors, and ensuring payments are made on time.

You will maintain GL accounts, assist the Controller and Assistant Controller, and collaborate with the purchasing team. Proficiency in ERP systems, strong attention to detail, and analytical problem-solving are important for success in this role.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Accounts Payable

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Weare looking to add an Accounting Assistant our growing team. This role willhave an Accounts Payable focus but will assist in other areas of the accountingand 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

Thisposition is an integral member of the accounting team and will work closelywith the Assistant Controller and purchasing team to support the financialoperations of the organization. We offer competitive compensation and benefitspackages, as well as professional development opportunities and a flexibleschedule. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for numbers and adesire to grow your career in accounting, we encourage you to apply