Accounting Clerk

Advantage Personnel; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Ontario is seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk for an in-office position in Stoney Creek. Responsibilities include managing accounts receivable, processing payments, and preparing financial documentation. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of accounting experience, preferably with Microsoft Dynamics GP. A vehicle is required due to location accessibility issues. This role offers competitive compensation and a permanent hire opportunity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts receivable and general accounting experience required.
• Proven working experience as Accounting Clerk or Accounts Receivable Clerk.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and post payments via credit card, cheque, and EFT.
• Manage A/R collections and send out delinquency statements for outstanding payments.
• Complete month-end and year-end processes and reconciliations.

Skills

Accounts receivable experience

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting or Business

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Small business accounting software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Accounting Clerk

Location: Stoney Creek, ON - South Service Rd & Millen Dr

Salary: $5 0 ,000 - $ 6 0,000/year (based on experience)

Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm, in office

Job Type: Permanent Hire Opportunity

We are hiring a n Accounting Clerk for our client in Stoney Creek. This company distributes precision tooling and measurement equipment. Qualified candidates will have 2-3 years of accounting experience in a fast-paced office environment. Preference will be given to candidates with Microsoft Dynamics GP experience.

YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN VEHICLE AND VALID LICENSE AS THE FACILITY IS NOT TRANSIT ACCESSIBLE. THIS IS A CLIENT REQUIREMENT.

Responsibilities

• Receive and post payments via credit card, cheque, and EFT
• Process reconciliations and review customer payment history often
• Manage A/R collections and send out delinquency statements for outstanding payments
• Prepare Bank deposits using cheque scanner, or at branch as needed, and posts into GP
• Prepare all documentation for Returns, Short Claims and Credits,
• Verify the reason for the claim, perform physical stock count and obtain shipping/tracking/POD as necessary
• Process credit applications and set up new customers
• C alculate and process rebates based on annual sales for customers that have incentive agreements
• Complete monthly reporting of member sales in Affiliated Distributors portal and q uarterly reporting of Rebate Earned & rebate cheque paid out
• Complete month-end and year-end processes and reconciliations, reporting to executive team
• MTO Specials - prepare mock invoices according to the agreed terms for deposits and subsequent payments until completion of orders
• Complete other administrative, clerical and customer service functions often to support team
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidate Qualifications for Success

• 2+ years accounts receivable and general accounting experience required
• Microsoft Dynamics GP experience is preferred
• Proven working experience as Accounting Clerk or Accounts Receivable Clerk
• Experience with small business accounting software, combined with the aptitude to quickly learn new software programs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and willingness to complete pre-screening skill testing
• Post-secondary education in Accounting or Business is preferred
• Highly attentive to details, a quick problem solver, able to easily detect errors
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a team-oriented attitude

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