Accounting Clerk

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the CFO and Director of Accounting, the Accounting Clerk will work hand in hand with the General Accountant dealing with day-to-day accounting tasks.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS & OBJECTIVES

• Maintain and update customers & vendors accounts
• Review and verify invoices for appropriate documentation before sending to customers
• Check the freight calculation on the invoices
• Process AR credit memos after approval from claims department
• Maintain accounts receivable records to ensure aging is up to date, credits and collections are applied, uncollectible amounts are accounted for, and miscellaneous differences are cleared
• Perform daily cash management duties, including the preparing cheques deposit
• Maintain and send regular aging statements to customers
• Respond to email and telephone requests in a timely manner
• Perform day to day AP transactions, including verifying, classifying, and getting approval from related departments
• Post all AP invoices, utilities bills, employees’ reimbursement, CBSA & UCB monthly transactions in SAP
• Prepare the documents and send them to the General Accountant for payments by wire, cheques, or e-transfer.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Accounting and / or CFO

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 1-2 years of Finance and Accounting experience, preferably in the charitable sector
• Diploma in Accounting / Bookkeeping or equivalent is preferred
• Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge
• Experience with ERP systems, SAP preferred
• Knowledge of financial principles and accounting terminology
• Methodical working style
• Ability to multitask & prioritize while working independently
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated track record of meeting deadlines

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Sunpan Trading & Importing Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we believe that diversity is the reason behind our success.

We are committed to fair and accessible employment practices.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process.

Applicants should make their needs known by contacting us in advance. Our HR department will consult with you so that arrangements can be made for reasonable accommodation.