[Remote] Accounting Analyst, Temporary Position

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Wonderful Company is a successful, fast-growing privately held company specializing in consumer goods. They are seeking an Accounting Analyst responsible for core accounting functions, including full cycle accounts payable and entry-level accounts receivable support, while collaborating with Sales and Customer Service teams.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and efficiently which includes, downloading and coding into accounting system
• Perform large invoice reconciliations process to forward to department managers for approval before payment
• Analyze vendor statements to ensure completeness of expense captured in G
• Manage weekly payment cycles to pay vendor as of due date through wires, ACH and EFT (both USD and CAD bank accounts)
• Conduct collection follow-up on low risk and routine customer accounts
• Perform courtesy reminder calls and email follow-ups on overdue balances
• Respond to incoming customer calls and emails related to payments, account balances, and invoice inquiries
• Apply customer payments (EFT, credit card, cheque) accurately in the accounting system and online banking
• Maintain accurate general ledger by ensuring completeness of invoices/expense
• Prepare month-end analysis for high impact P&L line items, researching the vendor invoices and identify cost movements
• Analyze vendor invoices, prepare the month end accruals to be reviewed and posted
• Act as a support to the sales and customer service teams when needed to facilitate customer credit needs and invoice/payment related inquiries
• Support ad hoc reporting requests

Skills

• High School diploma or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting related experience (AP/AR experience preferred)
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, basic formulas required)
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (Microsoft Dynamics considered an asset)
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future
• 24/7 online physician consultations
• Virtual mental health resources
• Life coaching
• Engaging employee community groups
• Cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
• Library of on-demand fitness videos
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
• Building a Healthy Society: We focus on improving the social determinants of a healthy society-quality education and medical care, economic mobility, and a healthy environment-to help build thriving communities.
• Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.

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