Finance Officer (NOC 12200)

Fresh Market Foods; Sioux Lookout; Sur place; CAD 35 817 - 38 572; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Group Benefits

Gym access

10% staff discount

RRSP program

Résumé du poste

Fresh Market Foods is seeking a meticulous Finance Officer for our Order Desk to oversee cash operations and maintain precise financial records in a fast-paced retail setting.

The role focuses on recording daily transactions in QuickBooks, reconciling cash and POS activity, processing deposits, and supporting AP/AR alongside subsidy reporting. Proficiency in Excel and strong attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Secondary school completion required; post‑secondary accounting education is an asset.
• Experience in bookkeeping, accounting, cash reconciliation, AP/AR is preferred.
• Satisfactory criminal record check required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial records.

Responsabilités

• Maintain complete accounting records in QuickBooks by recording, posting, and reconciling daily financial transactions.
• Reconcile and balance cash tills, self-checkout terminals, lottery, gift cards, ATM transactions, and POS systems.
• Prepare and process bank deposits and record all payments in accounting systems.
• Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies in financial records and sales transactions.
• Maintain QuickBooks records and ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.
• Support accounts payable by coding supplier invoices and processing payments.
• Support accounts receivable by recording customer payments and reconciling balances.
• Prepare and maintain Nutrition North Canada subsidy reporting records.

Connaissances

Detail-oriented

Excel

QuickBooks

Cash handling

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Communicatin

Data entry

Formation

Secondary school completion

Accounting coursework

Outils

POS systems

Description du poste

Fresh Market Foods is a growing retail business dedicated to delivering exceptional service and high-quality products to our valued customers. We are seeking a meticulous and dependable Finance Officer for our Order Desk to oversee cash operations and maintain precise financial records. This role supports daily financial operations, recordkeeping, and accounting administration within a retail environment. If you possess strong numerical skills and excel in a dynamic, fast‑paced retail environment, we invite you to join our team.

Responsibilities

Maintain complete accounting records in QuickBooks by recording, posting, and reconciling daily financial transactions, including sales, cash receipts, bank deposits, and electronic payments, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all accounts.

Reconcile and balance cash tills, self‑checkout terminals, lottery, gift cards, ATM transactions, and other point‑of‑sale systems as part of daily bookkeeping and financial control procedures.

Prepare, organize, and process bank deposits, ensuring all cash, cheques, and electronic funds transfers are accurately documented and recorded in accounting systems.

Reconcile accounts on a regular basis by identifying, investigating, and resolving discrepancies in financial records, cash balances, and sales transactions.

Maintain and update accounting records in QuickBooks, ensuring compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and audit requirements.

Support accounts payable functions by reviewing, coding, and entering supplier invoices into QuickBooks, and assisting with payment processing and vendor account reconciliations.

Support accounts receivable functions by recording customer payments, reconciling customer accounts, and monitoring outstanding balances.

Prepare, verify, and maintain records related to Nutrition North Canada (NNC) subsidy reporting, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program requirements.

Verify and review financial and administrative documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established accounting procedures.

Maintain organized, confidential financial records, ensuring proper filing, retention, and accessibility in accordance with company policies and audit standards.

Provide bookkeeping and accounting support, including data entry, record maintenance, and preparation of financial documentation and correspondence.

Respond to internal and external inquiries related to financial records, invoices, payments, and accounting transactions in a timely and professional manner.

Assist with periodic reconciliations and financial reporting activities, including preparation of supporting documentation for internal accounting purposes.

Qualifications and Skills

Completion of secondary school is required; post‑secondary education in accounting, bookkeeping, or a related field is considered an asset.

Previous experience in bookkeeping, accounting, cash reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or financial administration is preferred.

Satisfactory criminal record check required.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining financial records and processing transactions.

Proficiency in computerized accounting systems, point‑of‑sale systems, Microsoft Excel, and other office software applications.

Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to prepare, review, and verify financial and administrative documentation with a high degree of accuracy.

Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.

Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with management, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and productivity.

Flexibility to work early morning shifts (starting at 7.30 a.m.) and occasional Saturdays as required.

Language of Work

Proficiency in English required; French is considered an asset.

Terms of Employment

Permanent Full‑time (40 hours/week)

Positions

1

Benefits

After completing the 3‑month probationary period, employees are enrolled in our Group Benefits, which include Medical & Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Maple Program and access to our staff‑only gym. Additionally, employees receive a 10% discount at Fresh Market Foods and a 20% discount at Your Dollar Store with More. After 1 year of employment, employees are eligible to enroll in our Group RRSP program.

Location of Work

48 Front Street and 79 Queen Street in Sioux Lookout, ON

Closing Date

August 14, 2026

Hourly Rate

$25.53 – $28.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Start Date

September 14, 2026

Transportation

Fresh Market Foods will cover a one‑time round‑trip travel cost for the successful candidate to our location and back to their permanent residence at the end of the work period. (This does not include the cost for a full trailer move (household goods, trailers, or large personal belongings etc.).)

Housing

Below‑market value employee housing may be available, subject to availability.

Equal‑Opportunity

Fresh Market Foods is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage all interested applicants to apply. Reasonable accommodation will be provided during the hiring process.