Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk

Workplace

Founded in 1992, Première Moisson manufactures and sells bakery, pastry and charcuterie products made with wholesome ingredients using an artisanal approach. From the outset, the company set itself apart by focusing on freshness, quality and authenticity, values that are still at the heart of its development strategy today. Première Moisson employs over 1,200 people and has 23 bakeries in Quebec and one in Ottawa. Many of its products are sold in grocery stores in Quebec and Ontario. The acquisition of the company by Metro enables Première Moisson to expand its reach even further, thanks to the strength of the distribution network of this leader in the food and drugstore sectors in Quebec and Ontario.

Position summary:

Première Moisson is currently seeking an Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk. Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for the execution of the accounts payable cycle and a portion of the accounts receivable cycle, for the territory assigned to the Retail Network. He/she will support the Intermediate Accountants in day-to-day financial operations and work closely with the Payroll and Human Resources departments.

Responsibilities:

Accounts payable

• Open new suppliers in Acomba accounting software
• Ensure conformity of all supplier invoices
• Code supplier invoices in the correct GL accounts, in accordance with accounting guidelines
• Enter invoices into Acomba accounting software
• Issue payments (mainly by bank transfer)
• Follow up on supplier discounts and payment terms
• Verify statements of account, according to established frequency
• Respond to various requests from suppliers
• Respond to requests from managing partners or branch managers
• All other tasks related to the accounts payable cycle

Accounts receivable

• Perform credit analysis and open accounts receivable
• Collect customer payments
• Follow up and balance branch deposits
• Ensure rigorous follow-up of accounts receivable, according to established frequency
• Carry out inter-branch invoicing, in accordance with the accounting charter
• Respond to various customer inquiries regarding accounts payable
• Respond to requests from managing partners or branch managers
• All other tasks related to the accounts receivable cycle

Other related duties:

• File all documents processed by the Accounts Payable/Receivable department.
• Be aware of and apply accounting standards at all times, in accordance with the accounting procedures manual.
• A few hours per week will be allocated to support the payroll team.
• Participate in special projects with the Accounting Supervisor
• Embrace the mission, culture and values of the Première Moisson family
• Express expectations, needs and suggestions to immediate superior
• Keep his/her superior informed of any problematic or conflictual situation

Requirements:

• DEP/DEC in accounting/business administration
• Approximately 1 year experience in accounts payable and receivable processing.
• Experience in the food (an asset) and retail sectors.
• Knowledge of Acomba software.
• Fluency in spoken and written French.
• Spoken and written English (an asset).

Skills required:

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail
• Delivers quality work
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Able to work under pressure (e.g., during month-ends or fiscal year-ends)
• Good interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates tact and discretion
• Effective communication (calls to customers & suppliers)

Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.