Accounting Specialist

Imperial Dade Canada; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial Dade Canada is seeking an Accounting Specialist for its Vaughan office. This role involves significant bookkeeping, financial reporting, and accounts management tasks within a supportive accounting department. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in accounting principles and proven experience in financial roles, contributing to organizational efficiency.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and benefits

Generous Paid Time Off Package

Qualifications

• Experience as a bookkeeper or in a similar accounting role.
• Proficiency with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Record financial transactions accurately and timely.
• Process accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare and maintain financial records.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Accounting principles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Sage

Excel

Job description

Imperial Dade Canada, leading national distributor, has a job open in Woodbridge, ON. The Accounting Specialist is responsible for supporting the accounting department in various financial tasks, including bookkeeping, data entry, maintaining and filing records, reconciliation, and generating financial reports. The individual in this position will work closely with the senior accounting staff to ensure accurate and timely financial information.

Imperial Dade is the leading distributor of foodservice packaging, facilities maintenance supplies and equipment in the U.S. As a provider of customized supply chain solutions, the company serves customers in many business-to-business market segments including supermarkets, healthcare facilities, universities, and restaurants. Founded in 1935 and headquartered in New Jersey, Imperial Dade serves more than 80,000 customers through a footprint of 100+ branches.

Responsibilities

• Record financial transactions accurately and timely into the accounting system.
• Maintain and update the general ledger.
• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Monitor and reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
• Accounts Payable
• Review and process vendor invoices for payment.
• Verify accuracy of invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests.
• Prepare and issue checks or initiate electronic payments to vendors.
• Maintain vendor records and communicate with vendors regarding payment inquiries.
• Accounts Receivable :
• Generate customer invoices and send them out in a timely manner.
• Monitor and track customer payments.
• Follow up with customers on overdue payments.
• Apply payments to customer accounts accurately.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Prepare various financial reports, such as aging reports, cash flow statements, and expense reports.
• Analyze financial data and identify discrepancies or issues.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial accounts. b. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensure accurate and complete reconciliation records.
• Administrative Support :
• Provide administrative support to the accounting department as needed.
• Assist with document management, filing, and archiving.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.

Qualifications And Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is a plus.
• Proven work experience as a bookkeeper or in a similar accounting role.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and tools, such as Sage, Excel, or other accounting software.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.

Working / Other Conditions

• Indoor office environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Prolong periods of sitting, and computer and phone use.

At Imperial Dade,we offer an exciting environment in which to work, learn, and grow professionally. We are excited to continue to invite talented individuals with a passion for excellence to join our team. As a family-owned and operated company, we value our people and strive to create rewarding career opportunities by offering competitive salaries and benefits and a generous Paid Time Off Package.

Imperial Dade is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. If you require any support in the application process, including disability accommodation, please contact [emailprotected] , or call [phone].

Seniority level

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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