Accounting Assistant III

Job summary

The Accounting Assistant III provides clerical support by processing payments, taxes, and invoices while maintaining the general ledger. They are also responsible for preparing financial reports and resolving accounts payable inquiries.

Job details

1-Year Contract | Full-Time | 100% In-Office We are Garland! We design, manufacture and supply best-in-class commercial ovens, ranges, grills and countertop cooking equipment for the global foodservice market. We empower you to grow with us. We recognize you and reward you. We win together as one team. Garland Commercial Ranges is looking for an Accounting Assistant III on a temporary role, with the potential to become full-time, permanent! Under broad supervision, the Accounting Assistant III provides accounting clerical support in functional areas of the Finance department. This individual performs moderately complex to complex accounting activities such as maintenance and auditing of the general ledger, preparation of detailed accounting statements and financial reports. May direct less experienced staff regarding basic duties and tasks. Reporting to the Mgr., Accountant III, this position is 100% based in-office at our Mississauga, Ontario facility. Major Accountability: * Process payments and taxes * Generate AP reports and other AP outputs (i.e. invoice hold / past due list) * Respond to AP inquiries * Retain records * Receive invoices and track / match purchase orders and receipts * Escalate business issues to Senior Analysts and Managers * Understand the AP function, key policies, and standard operating procedures Key Tasks & Responsibilities: 1. Process payments and taxes after obtaining manager’s approval 2. Receive invoices and match to both the purchase order and goods receipt 3. Respond to and resolve AP inquiries 4. Prepare AP reports and generate other AP outputs 5. Post AP activity to the GL 6. Perform Month-end tasks – Review AP with manager 7. Retain records Qualifications Specialized Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities * Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, etc.) * Relevant software applications * Strong analytical and mathematical skills * Customer service * Basic verbal and written communications skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast paced and multi-task environment * Must be well organized and able to function within tight deadlines * Education and Experience * College/University degree, 5 years of experience in a similar role is considered * Working Conditions 1. Heavy computer use. 2. Normal office environment; must be able to sit for long periods * Artificial Intelligence Disclosure We may use artificial intelligence‑enabled tools to assist with certain aspects of the recruitment process, such as screening or assessment. These tools support—but do not replace—human decision‑making. * *Garland, a Welbilt brand, has been a leading manufacturer for over 160 years which designing and producing a full line of commercial ovens, ranges, griddles, grills, conveyor ovens & countertop cooking equipment. The products are sold to leading fast food chains as well as independent restaurants in over +100 countries. The facility, based in Mississauga, supports our Garland brand and is a division of Ali Group. For more information about Garland, visit www.garland-group.com [http://www.garland-group.com] To explore more Career opportunities at Garland, visit the Garland Careers Page [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=20b91199-7058-4d99-8092-cf8b9bd66aa4&ccId=9200748522929_2&lang=en_CA&selectedMenuKey=CurrentOpenings&jobId=535184]. Garland Commercial Ranges is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, colour, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, medical condition, or any other status protected by law. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers, and promotions will be based on individual skills, knowledge, abilities, and business needs.

What you’ll do

The Accounting Assistant III provides clerical support by processing payments, taxes, and invoices while maintaining the general ledger. They are also responsible for preparing financial reports and resolving accounts payable inquiries.

Requirements

Candidates should possess a college or university degree and approximately 5 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills are required, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Accounting
• General Ledger
• Accounts Payable
• Financial Reporting
• Data Entry
• Invoice Processing
• Purchase Order Matching
• Analytical Skills
• Mathematical Skills
• Microsoft Office
• Customer Service
• Communication Skills
• Time Management
• Record Keeping
• Tax Processing
• Accountability
• Microsoft Excel
• Auditing
• Clerical Works
• Cooking
• Food Services
• Finance
• Financial Statements
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Invoicing
• Mathematics
• Multitasking
• Writing

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Manufacturing
• Accounting Assistant
• Accounting Clerk
• Accounting and Bookkeeping Clerks
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks