Job Description

Job Summary:

This is an accounting position that also encompasses bookkeeping duties and general administrative responsibilities in support of our accounting & dispatching teams. Work will range from both the routine to somewhat challenging tasks and 'special projects'.

Ideally suited for someone wanting to further develop their existing accounting and administrative skills, the person selected will be able to think on their feet, require minimal supervision in completing reoccurring tasks on time, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and will enjoy working within a small, centralized, cross-functional team that maintains a high level of professionalism and mutual support.

Major responsibilities are within the following areas:

- Accounts Payable (A/P) - all standard requirements

- General accounts reconciliations

- Assist with payroll as required

- Reconcile bills of lading (BOL), pro-bills (PB), driver's time sheets, etc.

- Accounts receivable (A/R) - all standard requirements

- As needed, take responsibility for, and / or assist with other administrative tasks

Position reports to the Accounting Supervisor.

Skills/Qualifications:

- Candidates with strong, hands-on working knowledge of Sage 50 Accounting software (formerly Simply Accounting) or others such as QuickBooks- strongly preferred.

- Minimum of 2 years of related work experience required, fulfilling administrative, sales support, personal assistant, receptionist, or similar role, - required

- When a mutually agreed upon commitment is made, including to a colleague or on behalf of a customer, demonstrative willingness to complete the task on time - required

- Must be detail oriented, a self-starter, exhibit strong organizations skills, and demonstrate the ability to handle multiple deliverables, projects, and deadlines simultaneously with minimal supervision

- Familiarity with the standard concepts, practices, and procedures of trucking & logistics industry, residential & industrial energy services, vehicle repair & maintenance services, - preferred

- Must be computer literate with detailed working knowledge of standard Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

- Bilingualism strongly preferred (English & French)

- High-school leaving certificate, - minimum. Community diploma preferred, business-oriented concentration ideal.

- Hold a valid driving license, preferred

Starting Compensation: $ 1,600 / bi-weekly, yet commensurate with education, qualifications, experience & skill-set. Subject to review within four months of hiring date.

Vacation: 2 weeks paid

Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5 pm.

Benefits:

- Vision care

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- Free parking

The Company:

GPM Holdings Inc. (GPMHI) / Schooner Transport is a family-owned and operated company currently with two operational divisions (trucking & logistics, residential & industrial energy services) along with a full-service repair & maintenance facility.

The company is located in the south-east end of Ottawa.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $41,600.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Application question(s):

Candidates MUST be ALREADY living in the greater Ottawa / Gatineau region. Candidates are REQUIRED to include a brief cover letter, explaining why they are interested in the opportunity, and outline any specific skills or abilities the hiring committee should be made aware.
Experience:

accounting: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person