Accounting Clerk

CB Canada; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded organization is seeking an Accounting Clerk for a short-term contract position in Cambridge, Ontario. The role involves supporting departmental needs, including matching invoices to purchase orders and assisting with Accounts Payable and Receivable. Candidates should have strong Excel skills and attention to detail, with opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Experience with spreadsheets and ERP systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and multitasking ability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Accounts Receivable for cash receipts and invoice processing.
• Organize documents and record financial data in journals.
• Assist with general accounting tasks and month-end closing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Data entry

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

AA or BS/BA in Accounting or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Spreadsheets

Job description

Are you looking to expand your career as an Accounting Clerk with a well-regarded organization? Robert Half is seeking an Accounting Clerk for a company in the Food & Food Processing industry, responsible for supporting departmental needs. The role involves matching invoices to purchase orders, data entry, and assisting with Accounts Payable (A/P) and Accounts Receivable (A/R). We offer a dynamic, team-oriented environment, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career growth. This is a short-term contract/temporary position based in Cambridge, Ontario.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with Accounts Receivable: apply cash receipts, process invoices/credits, and assist with collecting past due balances.
2. Organize documents, determining proper classification of expenditure and accounting codes.
3. Record financial data in journals and ledgers.
4. Prepare financial statements and reports using multiple sources.
5. Assist with general accounting tasks such as G/L account reconciliation and month-end closing, along with ad hoc projects.
6. Identify and resolve discrepancies by investigating sources of disagreement, reconstructing actions, and recognizing effects on other accounts; prepare correction documents as needed.
7. Support Accounts Payable: invoice matching, filing, and vendor invoice processing.

Job Requirements

1. Experience with spreadsheets and ERP systems is preferred.
2. Ability to multitask with strong attention to detail.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with a deep understanding of its features.
4. Experience with data entry.
5. AA or BS/BA in Accounting or a related field is preferred.

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