Veterinary Purchasing Co. Ltd. (VP) located in St. Marys Ontario a 25minute drive from North London is the largest Veterinary Supplier in Canada. Our primary purpose is to ensure that Veterinarians have the supplies they need to provide healthcare to all types of animals. Be a part of the Supply Chain Industry and join our team. We are currently looking for likeminded individuals to join our Finance team in an Accounting Clerk role.
Accounting Clerk
This is a permanent fulltime position reporting to the Financial Controller. The successful candidate will perform various accounting and administrative tasks to ensure efficient timely and accurate entry of business transactions maintain financial records prepare reports and assist other clerical staff in the new fully integrated ERP system.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Carry out various accounting and administrative duties including data entry reconciliations and monthly reporting.
- Work closely with other accounting clerks as follows:
- Pricing verify supplier invoices with respect to products received pricing discounts credits etc. Enter and review costs deal and stock adjustment information. Audit brokerage freight and duty charges and prorate costs to each item. Liaise with suppliers regarding short shipments errors surcharge invoices and transactions involving free goods. Verifying and processing price lists.
- Accounts payable obtaining approvals coding and entering invoices correctly. Processing payments reconciling supplier statements and maintaining AP and filing system.
- Assist accounts receivable review and enter daily deposits collection of outstanding accounts assist with AR reconciliation and maintain shareholder information.
- Processing and reconciliation of invoices and payments to thirdparty freight carriers.
- Communicate with vendors and customers and respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
- Learn test and troubleshoot processes in the ERP system and document/update work instructions related to new processes.
- Keep financial records post journal entries analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts on a daily/monthly basis.
- Process monthly bank reconciliation for multiple accounts and visas.
- Maintain GL accounts and schedules for prepaids assets and other accounts for the monthend process.
- Assist with yearend processes audit and preparation of working papers for external auditors.
- Understand and follow all applicable standard operating procedures as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Health & Safety:
- Works in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act
- Conducts self with regard for the safety of employees; is aware of safety and evacuation procedures
- Report any health & safety violations or hazards to your Supervisor
Good manufacturing practices:
- Follow and understand all relevant Standard Operating Procedures with respect to Good Manufacturing Practices
Skills and knowledge required:
- A postsecondary diploma/certificate in accounting is considered an asset
- 2 years experience in an accounting clerk role or equivalent (Public accounting experience is an asset)
- Ability to work independently or within a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical problemsolving and decisionmaking skills
- Proven negotiating/conflict resolution skills
- Ability to organize and manage time effectively
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Why Choose VP:
- Helping serve animal health in our community
- Growing company
- 100 Employerpaid Health & Dental premiums
- RRSP Topup Program
- Pension Plan
- Bonus
- Competitive compensation
- Proud to support the Local St. Marys Community
How to Apply:
Please apply online with your cover letter and resume at: Deadline: 5:00 p.m. Tuesday May 6th 2025
We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those chosen for an interview will be acknowledged. No phone calls please.
Veterinary Purchasing Company Ltd. is committed to employment equity and welcomes diversity. In addition Veterinary Purchasing Company Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities Aboriginal persons women and members of visible minorities.
Veterinary Purchasing Company Ltd. provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodations to complete an application please contact Human callext. 256and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.
Required Experience:
Manager