Accounts Payable/receivable - Etobicoke, Canada - Bamford Produce Company

Bamford Produce Company

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Etobicoke, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Company Description_

Bamford Produce Company Ltd. was established in 1881 and is a fourthgeneration family business. Our company is a food service distributor and the only produce foodservice distributor with stalls at the Ontario Food Terminal in Ontario. We also boast of being the only member of Proact in Ontario.

Job brief_

Bamford Produce Company Limited is seeking a full-time permanent accounting associate to join the team.

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will perform the duties related to Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable for Bamford Group of Companies.

Responsibilities_
Process Accounts Payable and Receivable daily for multiple companies, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies
Processing daily accounts payable ensuring proper approval and coding
Payment Processing: process payments to/from vendors/customers, ensuring they are applied to the correct customer/vendor accounts and invoices.
Maintain vendor/customer accounts including accurate recordkeeping and communication with vendors and customers
Account Reconciliation: Reconcile customer/vendor accounts by verifying discrepancies and resolving issues to ensure accurate and uptodate account balances.
Collection Management: Monitor and follow up on outstanding customer balances, send reminders, and initiate collection activities when necessary to ensure timely payment.
Customer Communication: Communicate with customers regarding paymentrelated inquiries, discrepancies, and payment arrangements, maintaining a professional and customeroriented approach.
Recordkeeping: Maintain organized and accurate records of customer accounts, invoices, payments, and correspondence.
Financial Reporting: Generate regular reports summarizing accounts receivable/accounts payable activities, aging analysis, and collection/payment efforts
Reconciling various subledger(s), systems and subsystems and reports and ensuring their accuracy and completeness
Credit Assessment: Assess and evaluate the creditworthiness of new and existing customers, making recommendations for credit limits and terms
Collaborative Efforts: Coordinate with other departments such as sales, customer service, and finance to resolve customer/supplier issues, answer queries, and streamline processes related to A/P and A/R
Performing any other duties, as required, for the efficient operation of the Finance office.
Job Terms_
Job Type: Permanent Fulltime, 40 hours per week, adjustment pending on business need

Probationary Period: 3 months or 480 hours, whichever longer
Work Location: 165 The Queensway, Etobicoke ON

Shift Requirement: Monday to Friday daytime
Compensation: $48,000 $52,000 per year
Qualifications:_
Completion of diploma or degree in Accounting
Minimum 2 years of work experience in a similar role
Strong knowledge of Accounting principles, practices, and procedures
Proficiency in using accounting software and MS Office (especially Excel)
Working experience with various Accounting Software Programs will be considered an asset (Produce Pro, PICS, Sage)
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Exceptional problemsolving and analytical abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._