Accounting Dept - Accounting Administrator

at  Tempo Flexible Packaging

You have been described as positive, always willing to learn new things and use your skills to be the best team member you can be. You are open-minded, and can solve problems and adapt quickly in an ever-changing environment. You thrive in collaborative spaces, where integrity, respect and partnership are at the heart of all decisions. You are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the world, one small but impactful change at a time.
Does this sound like you? If so, we invite you to apply to our Tempo Community as an Accounting Administrator!
At Tempo Flexible Packaging, we are inspiring change for the future. As an award-winning leader in the flexible packaging solutions industry, our vision is to be the preferred partner of sustainable and socially responsible flexible packaging solutions in North America. It has been our goal for over half a century to rethink flexible packaging in a sustainable manner, while respecting our heritage, family values and commitment to forward thinking.
Here, we are a team of inclusive, passionate and genuine people. We use our capabilities to draw strength not only from our uniqueness, but also from our diverse team to drive our vision forward. Working within our core values, we have a positive impact on our peers, partners and community.

Sounds interesting? Here’s what your day would look like as an Accounting Administrator at Tempo:

• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies, collection problems and advise customers on the company’s AR policies.
• Assist in the front office with greeting visitors and incoming calls and perform other related duties.
• Ensure the completeness of documentation and compliance with established policies for the purpose of preparing reports or processing requests.
• Enter Accounts Payable data accurately by ensuring the proper usage of the most appropriate GL code for the transactions. Verify and ensure that the item lines on invoices correspond to the correct categories/codes in the General Ledger and that taxes are calculated correctly.
• Assist with monthly remittances and reconciliations, pay invoices by verifying transaction information; scheduling and preparing disbursements; obtaining authorization of payment.
• Comply and maintain the strictest levels of confidentiality and privacy in relation to financial information, customer invoices, files and records (e.g. copies of paid invoices, checks, documentation, reimbursements, reports, vendor files, receipts, etc.) for proper documentation.
• Verify purchase order and invoice information, computing charges and refunds, preparing, and mailing invoices, identifying delinquent accounts and insufficient payments.
• Investigate any discrepancies that may be due to customer quality complaints, materials returned, and credit memos not authorized/ communicated to the accounting department at such times prior to contacting outstanding or late payors.
• Plan arrangements for outstanding and late accounts.
• Review all credit balances, refunds, and adjustments, and apply adjustments and/or corrections to corporate billing records.
• Assist the Controller with the general ledger, journal entries, special projects and other ad hoc reports.
• Perform any other duties for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the Accounting Department.
• Protect the health and safety of yourself and others by keeping common workstations and areas clean and safe.
• Work as a team to overcome obstacles, exceed daily department targets and celebrate team successes.
• Promote Tempo’s core values by working within all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required by the Controller or Executive Team.

We believe in a positive work-life balance – which may look different for everyone. In the spirit of equity and inclusion, employees of Tempo Flexible Packaging receive the following employee benefits and perks:

• An environment built on the core values of community, genuineness, integrity, partnership, respect and teamwork.
• Competitive health and dental benefits, including a flexible healthcare spending account, Employee Assistance Program and employee perks and discounts at a variety of retailers.
• Employee bonus programs, including attendance, referral, uniforms and health and wellness!
• RRSP/DPSP matching, investing in your future each pay!

The salary range for this position begins at $50,000.00/annum, however, the final compensation will be based on many factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialties and training. We strive to be competitive in the labour market, and the above range represents Tempo’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the salary range at the time of posting.

READY TO APPLY? HERE’S WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Accounting education and 1-3 years of accounting experience focused on receivables and payables
• Past working knowledge or experience working in the manufacturing industry in an accounting or financial environment would be an advantage
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office software including advanced Excel skills
• Excellent English language skills (written and verbal)
• Ideally, experience using Microsoft Dynamics Business Central software
• Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency in completing tasks
• Able to multi-task and work under the pressure of tight deadlines
• Ability to adapt to new situations, solve problems, and work with minimal supervision
• High level of personal integrity and accountability, with mutual respect in dealing and speaking with others
• A positive outlook, team-oriented mindset, and a willingness to learn and grow as a person and team
  Resumes can be submitted online at people@tempoflexiblepackaging.com; we thank all for applying, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Tempo Flexible Packaging is an equal opportunity employer; should you need any accommodation during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us

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