accounting assistant

Candidates must be in Canada and hold a valid work permit.

We thank all applicants for your interest in this position; however, only successful candidates will be contacted further.

*Job Overview:*

Stonetown Foods is seeking for a *responsible Accountant/HR Assistant that will perform a variety of accounting, administrative and clerical functions associated with the operation of the company*. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent communication skills, ability to multi-task and is comfortable working both alone and in a team environment. Positive attitude and exhibits a strong commitment to discretion and privacy as this candidate will handle sensitive information.

*Accounting responsibilities:*

• Maintaining the AP email inbox.
• Ensuring invoices match purchase orders/packing slips.

• Determine invoice routing to correct departments for authorization.
• Entering invoices to ERP system.

• Filing and monitoring invoices by payment date.
• Providing the Financial Controller with weekly AP reports.

• Reconciling Vendor Statements.
• General bookkeeping duties as required by the Financial Controller.

• Filing.
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial data.

*HR responsibilities:*

• Assisting with payroll processing and benefits administration.
• Maintaining employee records.

• Assist the HR Manager in providing documents requested by employees.
• Support the HR Manager in maintaining accurate, complete, and up-to-date employee information and related HR records.

• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.
• Answer and assist team members with any inquiries they may have.

• Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.

*Job Qualifications:*

• Accounts payable experience.
• Exposure to payroll practices preferred.

• Understanding of HR functions and best practices preferred.
• Knowledge of basic labor laws preferred.

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in an office environment.
• Results driven, persistent - able to self-direct and work independently showing initiative, while seeking guidance when appropriate.

• Ability to work with a team.
• Comfortable multitasking and prioritizing tasks without guidance.

• Time management expertise to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner throughout the day.
• Organizational skills to keep an accurate record of documentation.

• Proficient technology usage skills.
• Honest and ethical team player.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Computer knowledge such as Microsoft Office and ERP system.

*Job Requirements:*

• Efficient and accurate data entry skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Positive, administration focused attitude
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English
• Solid problem solving, administrative and organizational skills required
• Ability to multi-task
• Hardworking, diligent, and dedicated
• Proficient level required in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Windows based software
• Must have your own transportation

*Education:*

College Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field and/or comparable work experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person