The Kootenay Co-op is looking for a Finance Assistant to join our team. If you are an efficient, detail-oriented office professional, we want to hear from you! This is a full-time, 40 hours per week (including weekends) position. Criminal background check is required.
SKILLS + QUALIFICATIONS- Independent work ethic with strong organizational + time management skills.
- Sound decision making/logic skills.
- Excellent customer service (both internal and external).
- Clerical aptitude (e.g. filing, computer literacy, telephone, fax, copier/printer, postage machine, etc.)
- Use of applicable computer software programs (e.g. SMS/POS, Sage, Excel, Word, Outlook, Windows, etc.)
- Basic bookkeeping knowledge (e.g. accounts payable & receivable processes, etc.).
DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES- Prepare daily bank deposits and daily till reconciliations.
- Troubleshooting and resolving reconciliation discrepancies
- Ensure the safe and timely delivery of deposits to the bank and change pick-up.
- Ensure cashiers have an adequate supply of till change.
- Assist in entering, posting and filing A/P + A/R vendor and non-vendor invoices.
- Assist in processing invoices with discount terms immediately upon receipt.
- Perform all pertinent clerical functions, including phone responsibilities.
- Enter billing invoices and order store supplies.
- Oversee and perform coupon reimbursement process.
- Comply with all Co-op policies and procedures in the Employee Handbook
- Provide vacation coverage when necessary (flexible work schedule).
- Other accounting, bookkeeping and office duties as required
WHY WORK AT THE KOOTENAY CO-OP?Employees of the Co-op are truly unique. Our friendly, talented staff have created a culture of inclusiveness + teamwork, along with a passion for bringing organic, sustainable food to the Nelson area. Employees receive a store discount, health + dental benefits, RRSP contributions, and competitive wages. We value work-life balance, continuous improvement, and maintaining a friendly work environment where each staff member can get involved in making the Co-op a great place to shop & work.
Benefits:- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
Application question(s):- Do you already have secured housing in the area?
- What times of the week are you NOT able to work?
Experience:- Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
- Bookkeeping: 1 year (preferred)
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