Intermediate Accountant

Compass Group; London; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice organization in Canada is seeking a Financial Accountant to manage vendor setups, payment processing, and financial reconciliations. Candidates should have a post-secondary degree in Accounting or Finance and at least 3 years of experience. Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills are essential. This role offers a competitive salary range of $64,400 to $80,000. Join a diverse team committed to excellence and growth in your career.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Financial Accounting.
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting principles.
• Experience in supply chain accounting is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review Participation Agreements for new member payable number requests.
• Create payable requests for member payments.
• Execute end accounting tasks and reconcile payments to members.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal abilities

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA certification

Tools

JDE or similar ERP systems

Job description

Company Overview

You might not know our name, but you know where we are. That's because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company that's the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees. You'll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. We're in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between - doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward!

About Foodbuy

Imagine working in a place that offers great resources to help you achieve your greatest potential. At Foodbuy, our solutions strengthen supplier relationships, customize offerings, and lower purchasing and production costs. In turn, we can give our passionate employees ongoing opportunities to grow. Join us.

Why work with Foodbuy?

We are a member of Compass Group Canada, the leading foodservice and support Services Company. We extend our value‑driven purchasing service model to external clients who benefit from our negotiated contracts with manufacturers that support food and beverage and facility management suppliers.

Job Summary

In accordance with provincial legislation and our commitment to transparent hiring practices, the compensation range for this position is provided. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Canadian work experience is not required. Pay range is $64,400 to $80,000. This is a posting for an existing job vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Vendor & Member Setup
  • Review Participation Agreements (PA) for new member payable number requests.
  • Coordinate set up of new member partners in the system.
  • Payments & Payables
    • Create payable requests for member payments.
    • Handle returned cheques: receive, notify account managers, and reissue payments.
    • Respond to member or account manager queries regarding payment status, dates, and details.
  • Accounting & Reconciliation
    • Execute‑end accounting tasks.
    • Combine data from various sources to book rebate revenue and commission accruals.
    • Identify and process re‑accruals.
    • Reconcile data across systems to ensure accuracy and completeness.
    • Manage deferred revenue and reconcile payments to members.
    • Perform cost center analysis for Foodbuy member development overhead.
  • Client Incentives & Marketing Funds
    • Calculate, accrue, and process payouts for client incentives and marketing funds.
  • Reporting
    • Prepare and deliver reporting for key members, as required.

  Qualifications

  • Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Accounting or Finance.
  • CPA designation or actively pursuing CPA certification.
  • 3+ years of experience in Financial Accounting.
  • Proficiency in JDE or similar ERP systems.
  • Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail.
  • Experience in supply chain accounting or Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) is considered an asset.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Solid understanding of accrual accounting principles and reconciliation processes.
  • Highly organized with a strong focus on accuracy in financial reporting.

  EEO Statement

  Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply. For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] for further information.