Accounting Assistant

5 days ago

Halifax, Canada Eastcann Full time

**Job title**
- Accounting Assistant_

**Reports to**
- Divisional Controller _

**Company Overview and description**

We are a Licensed Producer of cannabis located in the HRM. We are seeking an experienced and career-oriented accountant to join our team. Locally owned by a group of entrepreneurs with a diverse portfolio of business interests, we have experienced rapid growth over the past year. The Accounting Assistant is a key position supporting our commitment to continuing that growth.

You will perform all accounting and clerical duties associated with the efficient maintenance and processing of transactions. You will work closely with operations leadership and report directly to the Controller
- Cannabis Division. The finance team will depend on you to deliver complete and accurate monthly reporting within established deadlines.

**Responsibilities**
- Complete all day-to-day and full-cycle accounting duties
- Track daily cash flow
- Track product procurement
- Follow up on accounts receivable
- Compile a list of weekly payments to be processed for the Accounts Payable team
- Electronically approve invoices
- Flag and clarify any unusual or questionable invoice items or prices
- Enter and post sales invoices, including excise duty, into the ERP system as well as spreadsheets
- Complete monthly reporting of HST and excise taxes.
- Always uphold the strictest level of confidentiality.
- Other duties as required
- You are very organized and don’t get thrown off track when priorities change. No two days are the same, so you don’t mind handling “one-off” situations.
- You see yourself as highly efficient and able to work quickly without sacrificing accuracy, but you are always looking for ways to improve processes and work more efficiently.
- As part of a team, you communicate well, and you can build relationships with others to facilitate the sharing of information as required. You are well-spoken and professional.
- You are willing to “pitch in” and provide back-up to the finance team as necessary.
- Your time management skills are excellent, thus helping ensure that deadlines are always met.
- You enjoy a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

**Requirements**:

- Strong knowledge of accounting functions and related control processes
- Prior work experience in the cannabis industry is considered a definite asset
- Minimum of five years experience in a full-cycle accounting role
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, are essential
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience with Great Plains Accounting Systems is an asset
- Ability to practice discretion and always maintain confidentiality
- Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment
- Comfortable with change
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

**Salary**: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Halifax, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

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