AR- Accounting Assistant (2 year contract)

Arrowhead Programs•Langley, BC

1d•CA$45,000 - CA$52,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible to assist and manage the day-to-day accounting transactions related to bank deposits, Accounts receivables and collections. He/she will be responsible to review and record transactions in accounting system correctly.

Requirements

One year of related work experience.
Proficient in analytical skills and must be computer literate, having good understanding of Microsoft Office, Excel and Word.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently as well as being a team player.
Strong interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
Strong work ethic and professional manner, especially when dealing with confidential information.
Strong writing/language skills.
Well organized and detail oriented.
A quick learner and self-starter.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Time management skills & ability to consistently meet deadlines
Ability to work a schedule of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST; Monday through Friday, unless otherwise agreed upon
Ability to read & interpret documents such as safety rules, instructions & procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports & correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively with colleagues & customers.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply & divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions & decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio & percent.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s in commerce or Diploma in Accounting and Finance or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assisting in preparation, examining, and analyzing accounting records.
Assisting in managing the end-to-end Bank Deposit process.
Manage receipts applications in appropriate broker account.
Keep the broker account UpToDate.
Manage Broker Account Reconciliations.
Manage broker communications and address the queries raised in accounts receivable mail node.
Initiate Broker Refund Request.
Assist in managing the AR Aging Transactions.
Support in managing the positive pay process.
Front end the brokers’ queries, and coordinate with policy processing team to get the issue resolved.
Support in month end tasks and manage broker statement printing and dispatch process.
Coordinate work with Accounts Payables team to manage the Payments to Brokers.
Provide necessary support to manage collections and keeping AR aging in control.
Assist in managing the record retention process for future audits.
Assist and support the enhancements and changes in accounts receivable department.
Secure financial information with proper documentation.
Maintain and keep financial information confidential.
Other office and administrative tasks to support the accounting functions.
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical/Rx
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
ESPP
Retirement and savings programs, including RRSP with company match, TFSA options
Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
Increased Stat Holidays & Vacation time
Paid Sick/Personal time
Preferred Partner Discounts