Accounting Clerk

Levata; Markham; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Accounts Clerk to join their Accounting team in Markham. The role involves managing Accounts Payable and Receivables, ensuring accurate order fulfillment, and maintaining relationships with vendors. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and relevant experience, along with a trade certificate or diploma in accounting.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

Paid vacation time

Cost reduced Health club membership

Qualifications

• 1-2 years minimum experience in Accounts Payable.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivables.
• Maintain communication with customers and vendors.
• Reconcile vendor Account Statements and investigate discrepancies.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

OSSD High School Diploma

Trade/vocational certificate or Community College Diploma in Administration, Accounting, or Computer Operations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

NetSuite

Job description

We are seeking an Accounts Clerk to join our Accounting team at the Markham Offices. This is a 100% onsite role.

What You'll Do:

The person in this role will work to effectively manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivables. They will be required to maintain clear communication and relationships with our customers and vendors. This individual will also work to release orders from credit hold to ensure accurate and timely fulfillment is provided for all sales orders.

• Work with the Sales Team and vendors to open accounts on terms.
• Working with the returns department for credit memo’s/refunds.
• Responding to staff inquiries via phone and email.
• Perform general office duties including filing and upkeep of systems, faxing, and photocopying.
• Address any feedback or inquiries from vendors regarding payments. Independently investigate and resolve outstanding issues.
• Assist in regular vendor cheque runs by organizing invoices to be paid or reviewing invoices scheduled to be paid. Back up training on payment processing.
• Follow up with vendors for pending credit memos on either returned goods, cancelled services, mis-ships or price discrepancies.
• Enter vendor invoices/credit memos for payment. This includes invoices related to specific Purchase Orders, monthly expenses, and daily company Visa transactions.
• Reconcile vendor Account Statements. Investigate various discrepancies and post accounting transactions if necessary.

What You Need:

Experience:

• 1-2 years minimum experience in Accounts Payable
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and detail oriented
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skill
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook
• NetSuite experience preferred

Education:

• OSSD High School Diploma required
• AND A trade/vocational certificate or Community College Diploma in Administration, Accounting, or computer Operations required

Preferred Characterstics:

• Organized, efficient, solid communicator in verbal and written English
• Ability to independently manage the day and prioritize tasks

What we offer:

• Base salary of $40,000-45,000 depending on experience and an additional 5% bonus
• Comprehensive healthcare, paid vacation time
• Cost reduced Health club membership