Junior Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable

Who we are Founded in 2010, Genuine Comfort is a leading distributor of Air Conditioners (AC) and Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) across Canada & Mid-North USA. We are dedicated to “Delivering Comfort Consistently” to hospitality, commercial, and multi-family markets. We accomplish this through exceptional product availability, local warehousing, best-in-industry warranty and a dedication to on-time error-free delivery of room cooling products. Our impact is felt in hundreds of thousands of apartments and hotel rooms, with a visionary goal to surpass 60,000 units sold annually by 2030. Over the last four years, we have grown through strategic acquisitions of proven industry players, increased our product capacity and lineup, expanded our reach and distribution capabilities, have been featured multiple times in the Globe and Mail's Canada’s fastest-growing companies list and surpassed our 2023 vision 26 months ahead of schedule.

Who we need Reporting to the Accounting Manager, we are looking for a Junior Accounting Clerk, Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable (AR/AP). You will take ownership of ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of the company’s accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and reporting.

This is an on-site role in Winnipeg, Manitoba with the option of working remotely one day a week.

What’s in it for you Belonging. We are looking for a solution-oriented, innovative thinker invested in helping us succeed, someone who wants to be part of our awesome environment, gain exposure across the different areas of the business and appreciates that we operate as a flat hierarchy.

Career development. You are seeking an environment where you can learn, grow, and advance your career. Our current Accounting Technician and Accounting Manager previously started off in this role. You will have the opportunity to work on projects - including our new ERP implementation. As a small business rapidly scaling, we will support your development.

What you will do:

Maintain records.

You will leverage our accounting software to prepare monthly account reconciliations and to effectively maintain detailed, accurate and timely records of purchases, sales, and other financial transactions.

Communicate.

You will proactively manage accounts receivable through relationship building and timely outreach to customers. You will play a key role in delivering a seamless customer and vendor experience, maintaining an accurate list of vendors and customers.

Manage accounts payables.

You will record and match invoices and other payables within QuickBooks and Acumatica, ensuring three-way match and creating and issuing payments in accordance with company policy. You will input bills, create journal entries, reconcile credit card statements and bank accounts, print checks, and complete required forms.

Manage accounts receivables.

You will ensure customers are invoiced accurately and immediately, obtaining confirmation from customers that invoices have been received and are accurate. You will prepare bank deposits, generate reports, and process credit card payments. You will collect, post, and reconcile receivables.

Cost control.

You will continuously evaluate expenses and make recommendations for cost-saving opportunities.

You bring:

The experience.

You have a high attention to detail and experience working with accounting receivables and payables. You are comfortable using technology and can quickly come up to speed on new tools.

The interpersonal skills.

You have flexible and effective communication skills. You can build trusting relationships within and across teams, with customers, and with vendors. You can maintain the confidentiality and security of financial details and demonstrate high professional, ethical standards.

The accountability.

You take ownership of your work and its impact on our success. You can identify opportunities for process improvement, proactively follow up on identified issues, and work toward resolution. You are results-driven, able to meet strict deadlines and thrive in an evolving, dynamic environment, seamlessly adapting to changes in priorities and the business.

Why join With a developed and cohesive leadership team and a robust entrepreneurial operating system, we are small but mighty, with the internal structure and processes to support our growth. Every action we take is focused on gaining traction every day, being held accountable to our objectives and communicating openly so that we are all on the same page and in alignment with our vision. Our commitment to our people and our mission ensures that those who share our passion for growing are recognized and rewarded. This is a place where everyone is equipped with the support and the autonomy to make decisions and to learn from mistakes. Your contributions will directly influence our journey, allowing you to move the needle, innovate to meet challenges and achieve our collective goals.

If your values align with ours, join us to elevate your C.O.O.L. factor:

Communicate openly, honestly, and effectively with internal teams and clients.

Own your accountabilities and decision-making.

Operate with initiative.

Learn to grow and embrace change.

Apply now. If you have 70% of what we're looking for, express your interest here. Please contact us at careers@genuinecomfort.com and let us know what accommodations or assistance we can provide you during the application process.

What you can expect from our interview process:

A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor to discuss your interest in joining the company and in the role. The conversation will be recorded using BrightHire, an AI-powered video interview tool. More details will be shared when you are invited to interview.

A virtual interview with the Accounting Manager and CEO to discuss how your skills align with the role and the needs of the team.

An in-person interview and a chance to shadow another member of the team to get to know how the role operates within the business.

At Genuine Comfort we are committed to hiring the best qualified candidates that align with our company core values regardless of culture, race, disability or gender.

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