Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk

General Accountant
Location: Brandon, Manitoba
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Opportunity
Our client is looking for an experienced General Accountant to join their team in Brandon, Manitoba.

This is a hands-on accounting position responsible for a broad range of day-to-day financial activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, month-end reporting and year-end preparation.

This is a good opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership of their work and is comfortable working across multiple areas of the accounting function.

What You'll Do

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Review, verify, code and process vendor invoices
• Prepare payments for approval and signature
• Maintain accurate vendor records and files
• Investigate discrepancies, outstanding invoices and payment issues
• Assist with preparing and submitting customer invoices
• Post and receive customer payments
• Prepare and coordinate bank deposits
• Monitor customer accounts, outstanding balances and credits
• Communicate with customers and vendors to resolve account inquiries

General Accounting

• Maintain and update accounting journals, ledgers and financial records
• Complete bank, account and other financial reconciliations
• Support and complete month-end reporting procedures
• Prepare required government remittances
• Research accounting discrepancies and resolve issues
• Prepare year-end files and supporting documentation for external accountants
• Complete required year-end journal entries
• Maintain organized and accurate financial documentation
• Work closely with other departments to gather information and resolve accounting questions
• Assist with general accounting and administrative duties as required

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a General Accountant, Accounting Technician, Full-Cycle Accountant or similar position
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Experience with reconciliations, journal entries and general ledger accounting
• Experience supporting month-end and year-end processes
• Understanding of Canadian government remittances and general accounting practices
• Strong computer skills and experience with accounting software
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• CPA designation or progress toward a CPA would be considered an asset, but is not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What Will Make You Successful You are organized, accurate and comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines. You have strong attention to detail and can identify and resolve discrepancies rather than simply processing transactions.
You will also bring:

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential financial information
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Clear communication with customers, vendors and internal departments
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team
• Strong time management and ability to meet reporting deadlines

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking for a broad, hands-on role with exposure to the full accounting cycle within an established business.
Interested? Apply today to learn more.