Bookkeeper/accounting Clerk

Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, CA, Canada

Job Description

Position Overview


Manage comprehensive bookkeeping, accounting, and clerical functions for a small, hands-on mushroom cultivation and packing operation. This role supports production costing, inventory tracking, vendor and customer transactions, payroll, and financial reporting--crucial for helping our farm maintain financial clarity and scalability.

Responsibilities



Perform daily bookkeeping tasks, including accounts payable and accounts receivable management Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger Conduct balance sheet reconciliation and general ledger reconciliation Assist in the preparation of financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial concepts Utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar tools for efficient record-keeping Conduct account analysis and assist with budgeting processes Support tax-related activities and ensure timely filing of necessary documents Maintain organized records for governmental accounting requirements when applicable Execute bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy in financial statements Collaborate with team members to improve accounting processes and workflows Maintain organized electronic and paper

financial filing systems

, including imaging and archiving of invoices, packing data, and audit documentation Joe Produce+1. Liaise with vendors, growers, and suppliers to resolve

invoice discrepancies

and payment issues Joe ProduceSmartRecruiters. Support

month-end and year-end closing

, assist with external audits, and help with periodic financial projects. Track

inventory of raw materials

(substrate materials, spawn) and finished products (harvested mushrooms), and assist with

production yield

cost tracking JoobleTeal. Reconcile

vendor grower costs

and

supplier invoices

, ensuring accurate cost allocation Teal. Process daily

weight and product receipt reports

, create invoices for wholesale customers, and manage associated AR documentation Teal. Generate packing slips for outgoing orders and assist in order setup--especially useful during busy shipping periods Teal.
Qualifications & Requirements:Education & Experience

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field--though a strong combination of education and relevant experience is acceptable Joe ProduceSmartRecruiters. Minimum 1-3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience. Experience with agriculture, produce, packing, or small-scale manufacturing is a valuable asset.
Technical Skills

Proficiency in

accounting software

such as QuickBooks, Sage, etc. Familiarity with agricultural or packing-related systems is a plus IndeedTeal. Strong

Excel skills

, comfortable with spreadsheets for tracking yields, inventory, and AR/AP data. Excellent

organization

,

attention to detail

, and ability to meet deadlines consistently.
Soft Skills

Comfortable working in both

office and greenhouse/packing environments

, possibly handling light physical tasks (e.g. lifting packing supplies). Strong

communication

skills--able to coordinate with growers, vendors, and team members. Self?motivated, flexible, and comfortable in a dynamic startup environment with shifting priorities.
If you are passionate about accounting and eager to contribute to our organization's success while growing your career in finance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.28-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2703009
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned