General Accounting Clerk (CNF)

Calgary Co-op; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Paid vacations

5% employee discount (cashback)

Recognition program

Social committee events

Employee & family assistance plan

Training and development programs

Job summary

Calgary Co-op is seeking a General Accounting Clerk to perform clerical accounting duties, including reconciliations, gift card administration, claims processing, inventory validation, and various GL reconciliations. The role requires communication with internal and external customers and a strong attention to accuracy.

The position emphasizes experience with Excel, Word, Oracle and Sage, plus on-base OCR familiarity, to support efficient finance operations within a large community cooperative.

Qualifications

• Proficient Excel and basic Word skills.
• Six months accounting or one year customer service/office experience.
• Experience with Oracle and Sage accounting systems.
• Two post-secondary courses recognized by CPA program: Introductory Accounting and Intermediate Accounting 1.

Responsibilities

• Reconciles assigned ledger accounts with required analyses.
• Records, reconciles and deposits funds into home office cash blotter; maintains petty cash.
• Prepares and reconciles journal entries and related filing.
• Processes vendor invoices and other payments; ensures proper GL coding.

Skills

Excel

Word

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Introductory Accounting

Intermediate Accounting 1

Tools

Oracle

Sage

OnBase OCR

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The General Accounting Clerk function is to perform clerical accounting duties as per established procedures and timelines. This includes reconciliations, gift card administration, various expense and claim processing, inventory validation and adjustment to GL, and a variety of general ledger reconciliations. This position involves regular communication with internal and external customers and contacts.

MINIMUM/ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from High School according to provincial standards or GED.
• Six months accounting or one-year customer service office or cashier experience.
• Experience with Oracle and Sage accounting system.
• Proficient Excel and Basic Word.
• Successful completion of the following 2 post-secondary courses as recognized by the Certified General Accountant (CGA) professional program or an accredited Canadian Post Secondary educational institution:
• Introductory Accounting - CGA Financial Accounting Fundamentals or equivalent
• Intermediate Accounting 1 - CGA Financial Accounting: Assets or equivalent
• The equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered to meet the above qualifications.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Cash & Receipts system experience.
• Experience with OnBase OCR software.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures relative to the position.
• Successful completion of 6 or more post-secondary courses credited towards a certified professional accounting program or an accredited Canadian Post Secondary educational institution credited towards a certificate, diploma or degree in Accounting or Business Administration.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reconciles assigned ledger accounts including required analysis and follow up.
• Records, reconciles and deposits all funds received into home office (Cash Blotter). Maintains petty cash fund.
• Submits and follows up on all insurance claims based on guidelines provided by manager. Enters all claims in the insurance tracker.
• Prepares various period cut off accruals.
• Prepares, submits and reconciles various claims. Follows up on outstanding claims as required.
• Prepares and reconciles monthly payments, such as lease payments, janitorial payments, etc.
• Prepares and keys journal entries as required. Checking and filing of all journal entries.
• Processes monthly telephone and Utility billings ensuring bills are properly authorized and correctly coded to GL. Completes monthly accruals as required.
• Prepares and issues gift cards including general ledger reconciliation
• Prepares quarterly working paper files.
• Processes vendor invoices using OCR software
• Assists with patronage return calls from members for 4 weeks following the distribution of patronage return cheques and statements.
• Provides customer service to company standards and maintains positive customer relations through proper handling of internal and external customer and contact inquiries, comments and complaints. Includes demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills in all interactions.
• Effectively works in a diverse team environment in a proficient and friendly manner displaying a positive attitude and the ability to meet new situations and challenges.
• Performs duties in an organized manner with accuracy and attention to detail maintaining confidentiality of information at all times.
• Performs duties following established Occupational Health and Safety policies, standards and regulations to ensure the safety and well being of all staff and customers.
• Performs general clean up and ensures proper care and use of equipment.
• Assumes additional related responsibilities in the accounting department as required including instructing new or inexperienced employees in job function. Performs the duties of other clerks, including the Junior Clerks in the accounting department as required.

Benefits & Perks

Calgary Co-op has excellent opportunities for increasing levels of responsibility, personal growth, and challenge. We offer competitive wages, extended health benefits, paid vacations, 5% employee discount (cashback) on all purchases, a recognition program, social committee events and employee & family assistance plan. As well as numerous training and development programs.

About Calgary Co-op

Calgary Co-op has been proudly serving the community since 1956, when it opened its first store with local farmers and ranchers to provide fresh, farm-to-table foods. Headquartered in Calgary and owned by over 456,000 members, it’s one of North America’s largest retail co-operatives, with 3,530 employees, $757 million in assets, and $1.3 billion in annual sales. We operate food centres, pharmacies, gas stations, car washes, home health care centres, wine, spirits and beer stores, and cannabis stores across Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, High River, Okotoks, and Strathmore. We also own Community Natural Foods, Willow Park Wines & Spirits and Beacon Pharmacy. Committed to sourcing locally whenever possible, from Calgary, Alberta, and Western Canada, the organization helps connect consumers with the producers behind their food. Calgary Co-op continues to expand its local offerings while focusing on quality and community support, earning recognition by the Canadian Grocer’s 2024 Impact Awards for our commitment to sustainability & supporting employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM/ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from High School according to provincial standards or GED.
• Six months accounting or one-year customer service office or cashier experience.
• Proficient Excel and Basic Word
• Successful completion of the following 2 post-secondary courses as recognized by the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) professional program or an accredited Canadian Post-Secondary educational institution:

1. Introductory Accounting - CPA Financial Accounting Fundamentals or equivalent 2. Intermediate Accounting 1 - CPA Financial Accounting: Assets or equivalent

• The equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered to meet the above qualifications.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Cash & Receipts system experience.
• Experience with Oracle accounting system.
• Experience with OnBase OCR software
• Knowledge of policies and procedures relative to the position.
• Successful completion of 6 or more post-secondary courses credited towards a certified professional accounting program or an accredited Canadian Post Secondary educational institution credited towards a certificate, diploma or degree in Accounting or Business Administration