Join our team!! Locher Evers International (“LEI”), an EFL Group Company, industry leading and highly regarded freight forwarder, is growing rapidly! LEI has an immediate opening in our Brampton in Ontario for a full time Accounting Assistant.
LEI offers a competitive compensation package that includes company paid extended health, dental and vision benefits, and a great work environment. We care for our employees as much as we care for our customers, and this is evident in our continuous growth and success.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will assist in various accounting functions, including data entry, managing financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring the accuracy of financial documents.
Duties of the position:
· Monitor agent account balances and ensure payments are received within established timelines.
· Resolve payment discrepancies and issues by communicating with agents and the team.
· Prepare and send statements and reminders for overdue payments.
· Reconcile agent accounts regularly to ensure all payments are accounted for.
· Assist in accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including processing invoices and payments.
· Provide general administrative support to the accounting department as needed.
· Other duties as assigned.
Skills required:
· Diploma bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.
· Proven experience in an accounting or finance-related role, preferably in an assistant capacity.
· Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and practices.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
· Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
· Strong organizational and time-management skills.
· Good communication and interpersonal skills.
If you match the requirements for this excellent career opportunity, and you’re interested in joining an amazing firm, this could be the job for you!
While we thank all those who apply for their time, only those who are short-listed will be contacted due to the high volume of resumes received.
Thank you for considering Locher Evers International in your job search.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00-$50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Schedule:
Experience:
- accounting or finance-related: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
