Accounts Payable

Job Description:

Our firm is a Summerside based road construction and heavy equipment operation with origins dating back to 1920 and we are currently recruiting to fill a permanent, full time position on our administrative team.

This position will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts payables in an accounting system that encompasses detailed job and equipment costing as well as general ledger and division allocations.  Over time the candidate will be introduced to other modules of the accounting system such as accounts receivable and payroll, in a support role.  Additionally, the candidate will assist in telephone and customer service as well as perform other general office procedures.

In this position you will need more than a basic understanding of accounting principles, you must be self-motivated and well organized with the desire to manage and meet assigned deadlines.  An acceptable candidate should already possess adequate typing and data input skills, and a good working knowledge of software such as  Microsoft Word and Excel, and familiarization with computerized accounting packages would be a definite asset.

This permanent full-time position will entail a 35-40 hour work week  with a starting wage range of $14 – $17.50 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.  Medical/dental and pension plans are available after completing a probationary period.

The successful candidate should be energetic with a positive attitude to learn and should have a minimum of 2 years related experience or have just recently completed a recognized accounting program.  We invite all interested persons with the proper qualifications to please forward your resume including references, along with a cover letter stating why you are the best candidate for the job. To apply use the button below.

While we thank all candidates for applying, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Deadline for accepting applications is September 14, 2018.