Ar/ap Clerk

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you looking to join a growing team with opportunities to advance your career? If your answer is yes, Community Fire Prevention Ltd (an Onyx-Fire Family Company), is the place for you

**WHO ARE WE?**

Onyx-Fire is a proud Canadian based business, operating across the provinces of Eastern & Western Canada. Onyx-Fire has provided 34 years of fire prevention services to a diverse range of valued clients. Our Western Canada division is rapidly expanding with the assembly of some of the best fire protection talent in BC (Community Fire Prevention, Pacific Coast Fire, and Vanco Fire Protection).

Community Fire Prevention Ltd (an Onyx-Fire Family Company) is a modern company with old-fashioned values. We pride ourselves on being (and remaining) a trusted leader within the local Fire Prevention industry. In addition to maintaining safe communities, our teams core focus is to provide 'next-level' service through innovative solutions and meaningful connections. To achieve this, we rely heavily on our core values:
**_
People First, Wow Every Customer, Everything is Possible and Own it_**
- Interested in learning more about our team? Check out our _Instagram page__

**THE OPPORTUNITY**:
We are looking for a detail oriented, organizational wizard to join our team as our **_AR & AP Clerk_**_ _**Reporting directly to the Controller, the AP & AR Clerk will manage and coordinate accounts receivable and payable activities, oversee auditing, and generate / compile accounting reports.
- Key Responsibilities:_
- Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering and sorting documents and related information.
- Pays invoices by verifying transaction information; scheduling and preparing disbursements; obtaining authorization of payment.
- Obtains revenue by verifying transaction information; computing charges, credits, and refunds; preparing and mailing invoices.
- Assists with preparation of financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
- Maintains accounting ledgers by posting account transactions.
- Verifies accounts by reconciling statements and transactions.
- Identifies and assists with resolution of account discrepancies by investigating documentation
- Maintains financial security by following internal accounting controls.
- Secures financial information by completing data base backups.
- Maintains financial historical records by filing accounting documents.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Makes deposits at bank, if and when required.
- Adhere to and embrace the company's Core Values and Occupational Health and Safety protocols.
- Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by following best practices and adherence to standard work documentation.
- Additional accounting/payroll duties as assigned.

**OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE**:
You are an enthusiastic individual seeking a career full of growth and believe in our core values; you prioritize customer satisfaction by creating connection and strive to empower and educate others. The successful applicant will contribute to a respectful, flexible, and upbeat team environment that values diversity and inclusion for all.- Administrative writing experience.
- Previous experience in a similar role is considered an asset.
- Experience using financial software is considered an asset.
- Good organizational, data entry, and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Team player that takes initiative
- General mathematics skills.
- Skilled in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to report research results clearly, effectively and in a timely manner.

**PLEASE NOTE**:Local applicants only. Working hours would be from 8-4:30pm Monday through Friday.

**WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?**
- Competitive Salary with incentive structures.
- On the job training and opportunity for company paid education.
- Career growth and advancement opportunities.
- A supportive and energetic work environment with a unique culture.
- Company social events (eg. Family BBQ’s, Sporting events, concerts, Christmas parties etc.)
- Benefits Package that includes extended medical, dental, life and AD&D, EAP, disability and vision care after three months.
- Group RRSP with employer matching program after three months.

**INTERESTED IN THE NEXT STEP TO JOIN US?**

If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please submit your resume today.