Accounting Clerk

Position Summary

The Accounting Clerk will report directly to the Manager of Accounting and will need to demonstrate the ability to work proactively and independently in a fast-paced office environment.

The Accounting Clerk will be responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fishermen Payroll, amongst other accounting duties.

Position Information

• Full-time, year-round, salary position.
• Approximately 37.5-hour work week (Monday to Friday).
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, LTD, Critical Illness, EFAP, Employer Contributed RRSP, Paid Sick Time)
• Based at our head office in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities:

• Ownership of sales process – everything from invoicing the customer to arranging shipping (both domestic and international)
• Monitoring accounts receivable and customer credit limits.
• Prepare fishermen and/or harvester settlements.
• Remit fishermen and/or harvester payroll remittances on a timely basis.
• Prepare fishermen and/or harvester T4’s and ROEs as needed.
• Processing vendor invoices, verifying accuracy and ensuring timely payments
• Preparation, analysis and posting of daily manufacturing runs in ERP system.
• Reconciliation of system inventory balances to physical counts.
• Assist with other accounting projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

Based at company headquarters in Yarmouth the Accounting Clerk will be expected on occasion to travel to other locations where the companies operate. The Accounting Clerk will be reimbursed for any use of personal vehicle and out-of-pocket costs according to company policy.

Position Specifications

Education and Training

• College diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Excel, Word and Outlook and Accounting Programs.
• Familiarity with ERP systems would be considered an asset.
• On-the-job training will be provided.

Competencies

• Ability to use own judgement to analyze work before completing.
• Team player – willingness and ability to step in and cover other tasks in the accounting office as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic and ability to multi-task and meet simultaneous deadlines.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Ability to maintain a positive, healthy and safe work environment.

We thank all those who apply, however only those who are considered for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Yarmouth, NS B5A 1L5 (required)

Work Location: In person