Accountant - Contract

3 days ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Farm Boy Inc. Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
Company Description

At Farm Boy, it is our mission to create a fun, fresh experience for all Whether you are a team member or a customer, Farm Boy is passionate about creating a unique fresh food shopping experience and ensuring that we deliver on our commitments.

As we continue to grow within Ontario, Farm Boy is excited to welcome new team members that share our passion for providing the best fresh shopping experience

Job Description

This 14 month contract position is responsible for executing the accurate and efficient day-to-day functions of the Finance department, for the achievement of periodic and year end deliverables. The performance of the duties must ensure a quality service approach to all employees, customers and suppliers. All responsibilities must be performed in a manner consistent with the Farm Boy Way.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Gain a strong fundamental understanding of the company's financial processing, administration and reporting of financial information systems (in particular, AccPac), making recommendations for improvement providing testing and training to ensure a smooth implementation of the changes.
  • Work closely with management to ensure that the financial reporting continues to meet the information requirements and ensure the efficiency of the system utilized to support these businesses.
  • Research, analyze and resolve complex accounts payable and vendor related issues including internal and external inquiries.
  • Supervise, coordinate and monitor routine department activities, such as payment cycles and monthly close, to ensure that they are completed accurately and on a timely basis.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to Accounting Clerks and help trouble shoot issues and problems as required.
  • Work in conjunction with both internal and external customers and vendors.
  • May be requested to undertake other related duties on a periodic basis.
Qualifications
  • Typically requires completion of a post-secondary education in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting and a minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong supervisory, organizational, problem solving and communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills, proficient with Excel/Database and knowledge of AccPac or ERP software.
  • Ability to multitask and work under extreme deadlines while remaining detailed oriented.
  • Integrity and adherence to standards, policy and procedures.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Retail experience would be considered an asset.

Work & Sensory Environment:

  • Stress from open office noise.
  • Sitting for long periods of time at workstations (e.g. while keyboarding).
  • Lack of control over pace due to multiple and/or tight deadlines beyond one's control.
  • Exposure to eye strain from computer terminals.
Additional Information

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.

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