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Accountant, Accounting & Finance, Accounting Manager
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Position: Accountant - Contract Job Description This 14 month contract position is responsible for executing the accurate and efficient day-to-day functions of the Finance department, for the achievement of periodic and year end deliverables. 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: • Gain a strong fundamental understanding of the company’s financial processing, administration and reporting of financial information systems (in particular, Acc Pac), making recommendations for improvement providing testing and training to ensure a smooth implementation of the changes. • Work closely with management to ensure that the financial reporting continues to meet the information requirements and ensure the efficiency of the system utilized to support these businesses. • Research, analyze and resolve complex accounts payable and vendor related issues including internal and external inquiries. • Supervise, coordinate and monitor routine department activities, such as payment cycles and monthly close, to ensure that they are completed accurately and on a timely basis. • Provide mentorship and guidance to Accounting Clerks and help trouble shoot issues and problems as required. • Work in conjunction with both internal and external customers and vendors. • May be requested to undertake other related duties on a periodic basis. Qualifications • Typically requires completion of a post-secondary education in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting and a minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Strong supervisory, organizational, problem solving and communication skills. • Strong computer skills, proficient with Excel/Database and knowledge of Acc Pac or ERP software. • Ability to multitask and work under extreme deadlines while remaining detailed oriented. • Integrity and adherence to standards, policy and procedures. • Ability to work both 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.Applying Instructions
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