Accounting Clerk Contract

Farm Boy Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Ottawa is looking for a Finance team member on a 12-month contract to support accounting functions, including processing invoices and expense payments, and assisting in reconciliation tasks. Candidates should have a post-secondary education in Business or Accounting with at least 2 years of experience. Strong skills in Microsoft Office are essential. The position does not support remote work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Integrity and adherence to standards, policy, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process invoice and employee expense payments.
• Verify invoice information and process payments.
• Audit employee expense reimbursement requests.

Skills

Invoicing

Customer Service

Accounting & Finance

General Ledger Accounting

Microsoft Excel

Education

Post-secondary education in Business or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AccPac software

Job description

This 12 month contract position works on the Finance team to support various accounting functions for both Home Office and Central Facilities. The performance of the duties must ensure a quality service approach to all employees customers and suppliers. All responsibilities must be performed in a manner consistent with the Farm Boy Way.

Major Responsibilities

• Process invoice and employee expense payments, general ledger coding, and assist with accounts payable inquiries.
• Verify invoice information and process payments in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Audit employee expense reimbursement requests for proper supporting documentation and approvals.
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies.
• Respond to inquiries within the organization and from vendors, researching payment issues as needed.
• Prepare and process General Ledger entries and ensure entries are accurate.
• Assist with Month End, Quarter End, and Year End statement reviews.
• Gain understanding of existing processes to identify areas where improvements can be made, such as automation, streamlining, or standardization.
• May be requested to undertake other related duties on a periodic basis.

Qualifications

• Typically requires completion of a post-secondary education in Business or Accounting plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Integrity and adherence to standards, policy, and procedures.
• Excellent customer service skills coupled with an understanding of the commitment to meet defined service levels.
• Strong computer skills; proficient use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and knowledge of AccPac software.
• Proven time management, organization, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Retail experience would be considered an asset.

Work & Sensory Environment

• Stress from open office noise.
• Sitting for long periods of time at workstations (e.g., while keyboarding).
• Lack of control over pace due to multiple and/or tight deadlines beyond one’s control.
• Exposure to eye strain from computer terminals.

Additional Information

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Skills

Invoicing, Inventory Control, Data Entry, Customer Service, Vendor Management, Accounting & Finance, Reconciliation, General Ledger Accounting, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Reporting, Financial statements, Inventory Management, ACCA, Bookkeeping

Experience

years

Vacancy

1