Accounting Clerk

CAA Niagara is a proud Niagara Region employer, that strives on delivering rewarding experiences and enhancing the lives of our community. For over one hundred years, we have been a staple within our community, providing such services as emergency roadside assistance, travel services, insurance coverage, membership and rewards savings; continually growing our suite of relevant services and products.

A true community partner, we could not be here without our over 150,000 members across Niagara, allowing us to focus on earning your continued trust, every day

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE/PAYABLE CLERK
The Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk will assist with the general operations of our Finance department. This individual will handle a variety of accounting tasks, supporting the Finance team and our employees. This individual will be responsible aspects of the accounts receivable and/or payable function.

We are looking for two individuals, with varied experience (1 can be more junior and less work experience)

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

This individual must also possess the following qualifications:

- A solid understanding of basic accounting principles, specifically accounts payable and accounts receivable
- For the two roles, 1-2 or 3-4 Years of experience in Accounts Receivable/Payable, or relevant field
- Diploma in accounting or relevant field is preferred
- Experience using accounting software and proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and records
- Intermediate data entry skills with proven experience in Microsoft Excel
- The ability to creatively problem solve and search for solutions to problems that may arise
- Skilled multi-tasking skills with a strong attention to detail
- Organization and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare work to be accomplished by gathering and sorting documents and related information
- Pay invoices by verifying transaction information; scheduling and preparing payments and obtaining authorizations of payments
- Prepare financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends
- Verify accounts by reconciling statements and transactions
- Maintain financial security by following internal accounting controls
- Assemble, review and verify invoices
- Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
- Produce and reconcile monthly reports, and maintain confidentiality of organizational information
- Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
- Maintain working vendor relationships, resolve invoice discrepancies, and other matters
- Sort, and file vendor invoices and supporting back-up information
- Provide cash receipts for incoming cheques, and prepare bank deposits
- Other duties as assigned

CAA Niagara values diversity in our workforce, as well as in our members, suppliers and others. We provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and Employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability or any other characteristic protected by local law.