AAG is a leading global manufacturer of CNC Router Machines and Knife Systems. With over 350,000 standard machine configurations and over 30 decades of experience, AAG specializes in matching machinery to customers’ unique needs and budgets. Designed and built at our state-of-the-art factory in Waterdown, Ontario, and Tallmadge, Ohio, our Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machines are supplied and supported through a global network of sales and support offices and authorized dealers.
AAG is an equal opportunity employer, committed to profitable growth and responsible management for the benefit of our customers, suppliers, shareholders, and employees. Our teams are engaged and innovative and driving change throughout our Company from our production facilities to our clients, in our meeting rooms, and our communities. A diverse and inclusive work environment as we believe an inclusive company culture inspires people to stay curious, engaged, and challenged.
AAG is an equal opportunity employer, committed to profitable growth and responsible management for the benefit of our customers, suppliers, shareholders, and employees. Our teams are engaged and innovative and driving change throughout our Company from our production facilities to our clients, in our meeting rooms, and our communities. A diverse and inclusive work environment as we believe an inclusive company culture inspires people to stay curious, engaged, and challenged.
Job Summary
As AAG continues to grow, we are looking for an Accounting Associate to join our Finance team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and takes pride in accuracy, organization, and continuous improvement. The Accounting Associate will support the day-to-day processing of accounting transactions, provide financial and administrative support, assist with analysis and reporting, and contribute to process improvements that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our finance operations.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists Accounting Manager by posting daily vendor invoices in AP module for AAI.
- Assists with processing credit card and employee expenses.
- Processes and posts customer payments by recording online cheque and credit card transactions.
- Processes AR invoices and subsequent payments.
- Verifies validity of account discrepancies by obtaining and investigating information from sales, customer service department, and customers.
- Resolves collections by examining customer payment plans, payment history, credit line; coordinating contact with collections department.
- Responsible for the processing, review and posting of AR invoice payments.
- Responsible for the follow-up and collection of old AR invoices and open sales orders.
- Performs month end tasks; bank reconciliations for all currencies in AAI and OVR.
- Generates Shopify reports for AAI and OVR.
- Posts BA and LIBO (bank loan) entries monthly.
- Completes month-end close tasks and reconciliations for ancillary ERP.
- Assists with consolidated group’s month-end closing.
- Supports the business in monitoring internal controls and financial policies and procedures.
- Keeps company accounting records organized and readily available for examination as needed.
- Responds to customer service emails and requests for information internally and externally in a timely fashion.
- Provides supporting documentation for audits.
Qualifications
- Post-secondary degree or diploma related to accounting required.
- 2-3 years prior accounting experience
- A self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and above average analytical skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solver with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and shift priorities based on business needs.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
- Positive attitude and eagerness to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.
- Experience demonstrating a high level of discretion with confidential information.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong Microsoft Office technical knowledge, particularly Excel.
- Understanding of general ledger and close period procedures.
- Proficiency in data entry with solid attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
- Self-directed, able to work independently and as part of a team.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please inform us and we will work with you to meet your needs in a timely and respectful manner.
We conduct a combination of in-person and virtual interviews. Virtual interviews are conducted via Microsoft Teams and may be recorded and transcribed. We may use AI-enabled tools to support our hiring team with notetaking, interview summarization, and internal training. These tools are not used to make hiring or recruitment decisions.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
- Do you have a post secondary degree or diploma in accounting?
- Do you have 2-3 years prior accounting experience?
- Do you have Epicor ERP experience?
- Do you have previous ERP experience?
- Do you have experience in resolves collections by examining customer payment plans, payment history, credit line; coordinating contact with collections department.
- This position is based on a full-time, in-office arrangement requiring attendance at the Waterdown office during office hours five (5) days per week, subject to business needs. Are you able to meet this requirement?
- What are your salary expectations?
Work Location: In person
