Accounting Specialist

University of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision benefits

On-site parking

2 weeks vacation

Job summary

Randstad Canada is seeking an organized Accounting Clerk to join a high-volume manufacturing finance team on-site in Winnipeg, MB. The position emphasizes accuracy in route sales reconciliation, daily deposits, and month-end reporting within a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in accounting, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems. On-site parking and a comprehensive benefits plan complement a stable, full-time role.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in Accounting, General Accounting.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP software, with direct experience in accounting software considered a strong asset.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and numerical reasoning skills with keen attention to detail.
• Understanding of full-cycle accounting principles, general ledger entries, and accounts receivable controls.
• Excellent organizational and time-management capabilities to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and reconcile route sales paperwork and handheld transactions in the system to guarantee data integrity and completeness.
• Process daily route-related bank deposits, speed invoices, accounts receivable adjustments, sales credits, and promotional allowances.
• Resolve transactional discrepancies by liaising directly with sales representatives, branch administrators, and independent contractors.
• Support full-cycle route accounting operations, including commission calculations, accounts receivable reporting, and sales variance analysis.
• Assist senior accounting staff with month-end financial reporting.
• Ensure adherence to federal and provincial sales tax rules as they apply to accounting.

Skills

Excel advanced

General accounting

Verbal and written communication

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Are you an organized accounting professional looking to expand your expertise within a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment?

Our client, a leading national manufacturer in the food industry, is seeking a meticulous and dedicated Accounting Clerk to join their dynamic finance team on-site in Winnipeg, MB.

Ready to grow your accounting expertise in a dynamic manufacturing environment?

Advantages

• Competitive salary package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits plan
• Full-time, stable employment with a great team
• Convenient on-site location in Winnipeg
• On-site perking
• 2 weeks vacation

Responsibilities

• Review and reconcile route sales paperwork and handheld transactions in the system to guarantee data integrity and completeness
• Process daily route-related bank deposits, speed invoices, accounts receivable adjustments, sales credits, and promotional allowances
• Resolve transactional discrepancies by liaising directly with sales representatives, branch administrators, and independent contractors
• Support full-cycle route accounting operations, including commission calculations, accounts receivable reporting, and sales variance analysis
• Assist senior accounting staff with month-end financial reporting
• Ensure adherence to federal and provincial sales tax rules as they apply to accounting

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• 1 to 2 years of experience in Accounting, General Accounting
• Strong working knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, with direct experience in accounting software considered a strong asset
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and numerical reasoning skills with keen attention to detail
• Understanding of full-cycle accounting principles, general ledger entries, and accounts receivable controls
• Excellent organizational and time-management capabilities to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity‑seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non‑binary/gender non‑conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.