Accounting Assistant - Brantford, Canada - Ramkey Communications Inc.

Description

Accounting Assistant
Ramkey Communications is a well-established, Canadian owned and operated business with a proven 20+ year track record. We are experienced Telecommunications Specialists.

Ramkey is looking for an experienced permanent, full-time Accounting Assistant responsible for the timely completion of supportive tasks in our Accounting Department.

Why Ramkey?

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefit package (Extended, Dental, Vision, Life etc.)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Employermatched Pension Plan
• Access to Training and Development
• Exemplary Health and Safety record
• Inclusive work environment
• Company Events including charity fundraisers
• Team appreciation events

Responsibilities:

• Calculate, prepare and issue documents related to accounts such as bills, invoices, inventory reports, account statements and other financial statements using computerized (Sage) and manual systems
• Code, total, batch, enter, verify and reconcile transactions such as accounts payable and receivable, payroll, purchase orders, cheques, invoices, cheque requisitions, and bank statements in computer system
• Complete year end audits and submit tax remittance forms, workers compensation forms, pension contribution forms and other government documents
• Post journal entries and reconcile accounts, prepare trial balance of books, maintain general ledgers
• Record and process wage transfers, distribution of divisional expenses
• Create and maintain financial records and balance various accounts using manual and computerized systems
• Compile budget data and documents based on estimated revenues and expenses and previous budgets
• Respond to customer & vendor inquiries, maintain good customer relations and solve problems
• Followup with outstanding A/R & A/P actions, resolve PO's and payment discrepancies
• Demonstrate compliance; keep apprised of latest developments related to the accounting profession
• Protect Company's value by keeping information confidential
• As required, assist with preparing documents for the President and Accountant
• Perform related clerical duties, such as word processing, maintaining filing and record systems, faxing and photocopying

Qualifications:

• Skilled in the use of Sage. Experience with other accounting software considered an asset
• 45 years previous experience in accounting, data entry or bookkeeping an asset.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices including the recording, analysis and reporting of financial information
• Knowledge of office administrative and clerical practices and procedures
• Strong customer service experience; must be able to form relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Diploma with a specialization in accounting and/or the equivalent work experience
• Fluent in English

Competencies/Skills

• Responsive to the requests and needs of others in a timely manner
• Ability to work independently
• Strong communication skills verbal, written and listening communication skills; fluent in English
• Strong reading, writing and document use skills
• Scheduling, budgeting and accounting math
• Communication information exchange with customers and coworkers, at meetings, interpretation of accounting standards
• Problem solving delays, errors, discrepancies
• Decision making priority setting, payment schedules, handing delinquent accounts
• Critical thinking assessing accuracy/reasonableness of reports, compare data, evaluate methods/outcomes
• Job task planning and organizing; timely responsiveness to needs
• Significant use of memory, repetitive task focus

• Digital technology

• MS Office, database, bookkeeping/accounting software (SAGE), communication software, Internet, Google, Cloud, compatible with proprietary software

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
$23.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week


Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Onsite parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• DCS / DEC (preferred)

Experience:

• Bookkeeping: 3 years (preferred)
• Accounting: 3 years (required)

Work Location:
In person