Accounting Assistant

Location : Elmira, ON

Type of Employment : Full-Time

Premier Equipment is a full-service John Deere dealership specializing in agriculture, lawn and commercial grounds care and compact construction equipment. With heritage dating back to the 1950's, our organization has grown through the decades bringing to life John Deere's commitment to customers of quality and innovation.

Premier proudly serves Southern Ontario with 9 locations (Alliston, Ayr, Elmira, Listowel, Ospringe, Tavistock, Smithville, Norwich and Stouffville), offering a robust parts inventory and over 90 technicians able to provide service and maintenance.

Our Purpose statement is “To be the best part of our customer’s day by improving their business and lifestyle.”

We appreciate that customers have many options when it comes to who they select to meet their equipment and service needs – be it for their business (farm, landscape or compact construction) or for their lifestyle (lawn, garden, home and workshop). When customers call on Premier Equipment it is because they have a problem or need they require assistance with – could be an equipment or technology need, or a repair or service need. Whatever the circumstance, we challenge our staff to be the “best part of our customer’s day” by effectively providing them with quality products and exceptional service to meet needs and make their business more productive or their tasks around their home or property more efficient or enjoyable.

We offer competitive wages, a competitive benefits package, RSP matching and Profit Share along with many other perks. As an essential business, we offer secure employment with an engaging team atmosphere!

Come and be a part of our growth!

Purpose

The Accounting Assistant will perform various accounting and administrative duties such as recording necessary transactions, preparing financial reports and performing account reconciliations. Other duties include maintaining various General Ledger accounts and providing backup support to other administrative staff.

Responsibilities

• Records routine transactions and adjusting journal entries.
• Gathers, reviews, and reports on various financial information.
• Performs data clean up functions, both routine and as assigned.
• Communicates with others in the organization to answer accounting related questions or resolve issues.
• Acts as first back-up to Accounts Receivable and assists other co-workers with related tasks as necessary.
• Assists with projects as directed by Director of Finance or Corp Admin Office Manager.

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge

At Premier Equipment, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

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