Job Description

RV Canada, located in Ottawa Ontario, has an immediate opportunity for a

full-time, mid-level Accounting Assistant

. This is an on-site position based out of RV Canada, supporting multiple dealerships. This is a Monday to Friday position, with working hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.


Leisure Days RV Group is Canada's largest RV dealership network, proudly operating over 28 dealerships across Ontario, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick, with ambitious plans for future expansion.


Founded in 2003 with the opening of RV Canada in Ottawa, we have grown into a leading, sales-focused organization dedicated to driving results. Our scale and superior purchasing power enable us to provide customers with unmatched access to RV sales, rentals, parts, and services.


As a dynamic and innovative company, we emphasize performance, continuous improvement, and cultivating growth from within. We are committed to providing motivated professionals with opportunities for development and advancement as part of our exciting journey.

Overview:

The Accounting Assistant is a versatile and organized member of the accounting team that can work in both payables and receivables and who demonstrates initiative and critical thinking skills.

Compensation:

$55,000 + vacation pay, group benefits and RRSP with employer contributions

Reports to:

Controller

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Process AP, AR, vendor requisitions and/or cash management transactions Create and maintain vendors and customers master data records Follow-up on outstanding transactions, prepare payment requests and journal vouchers, record receipts and collect AR Verify transactions submitted for processing such as approvals, coding and supporting documentation for compliance with applicable policies and guidelines Reconcile invoices, credit card statements, vendor statements, intercompany transactions, cheque requests, and expense claims and obtain authorization Ensure all vendor and utility pay runs are processed in timely manner for all entities Self assesses provincial sales tax and/or goods & services tax that have not been charged/included on invoices and bills from vendors Follow up on match-exceptions due to discrepancies between invoices and parts receiving sheets Respond to queries from vendors, utility providers, and staff in professional manner Complete AP posting and prepare accruals in timely manner for month end close Maintain historical records of all invoices, reports, receipts, and payments by saving documents as per company guidelines Perform errands for the office including handling incoming mail, scanning, and photocopying documents, preparing quarterly reports, helping with year-end audits and bank reconciliations Act as a back-up to other finance team members Participate in system and process improvements

Skills & Qualifications:

A post-secondary education with a concentration in accounting or finance and one year of experience in accounting-related positions with increasing responsibilities OR, an equivalent combination of related education and experience Demonstrated work experience in processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions Prior working knowledge of Microsoft suite, specifically Excel Familiarity with GST/HST and Provincial tax rates is an asset Ability to multi-task and strong attention to detail Ability to work under tight deadlines while performing tasks accurately Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

We would like to thank all applicants for applying; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications received will be maintained on file for a period of 6 months and may be referenced for future staffing requirements.