Accounting Clerk - Contract

Company Description

At Farm Boy, it is our mission to create a fun, fresh experience for all! Whether you are a team member or a customer, Farm Boy is passionate about creating a unique fresh food shopping experience and ensuring that we deliver on our commitments.

As we continue to grow within Ontario, Farm Boy is excited to welcome new team members that share our passion for providing the best fresh shopping experience!

Job Description

This 12 month contract position works on the Finance team to support various accounting functions for both Home Office and Central Facilities. The performance of the duties must ensure a quality service approach to all employees, customers and suppliers. All responsibilities must be performed in a manner consistent with the Farm Boy Way.

Major Responsibilities:

• Process invoice and employee expense payments, general ledger coding and assisting with accounts payable inquiries.
• Verify invoice information and process payments in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Audit employee expense reimbursement requests for proper supporting documentation and approval(s).
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies.
• Respond to inquiries within organization and from vendors, researching payment issues as needed.
• Prepare and process General Ledger entries and ensure entries are accurate.
• Assist with Month End, Quarter End and Year End statement reviews.
• Gain understanding of existing processes to identify areas where improvements can be made, such as automation, streamlining, or standardization.
• May be requested on undertake other related duties on a periodic basis.

Qualifications

• Typically requires completion of a post-secondary education in Business or Accounting, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Integrity and adherence to standards, policy and procedures.
• Excellent customer service skills coupled with an understanding of the commitment to meet defined service levels.
• Strong computer skills; proficient use of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and knowledge of AccPac software.
• Proven time management, organization, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Retail experience would be considered an asset.

Work & Sensory Environment:

• Stress from open office noise.
• Sitting for long periods of time at workstations (e.g. while keyboarding).
• Lack of control over pace due to multiple and/or tight deadlines beyond one’s control.
• Exposure to eye strain from computer terminals.

Additional Information

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.