Junior Accountant (A/P)

THE COMPANY

River Cree Resort and Casino is a full-service/state of the art hotel and entertainment establishment located on the Enoch Nation (outside of Edmonton, Alberta).  You will be involved in creating a culture based on outstanding customer service and customer loyalty.  Fast paced and action oriented, the River Cree Resort & Casino is well positioned to succeed as the industry leader and to be one of Enoch’s and Edmonton’s largest employers.

THE ROLE

• Ensure that all purchase orders are correctly authorized prior to goods being ordered in accordance with company policy.
• Ensure all invoices are entered accurately into the system with the correct coding.
• Checking of vendor statements to ensure all invoices are processed in the correct accounting period as far as possible.
• Assist with any vendor enquiries relating to their account and resolve as soon as possible.
• Prepare bi-weekly and ad hoc cheque runs.
• Process cheques requests.
• Maintain the filing system for payables and vendor contracts.
• Completion of credit applications prior to approval.
• Assist with reconciling balance sheet accounts relating to accounts payable for monthly financial statements. (Accruals and Prepaid expenses).
• Maintain records in compliance with current legal requirements.
• Attend any training that is required and approved by Management.
• Adhere to Resort Health and Safety Policies at all times
• Any other duties as assigned by Management

 

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Post secondary education in accounting or business administration, including a certificate, diploma or degree.
• Proficient user of MS Office applications.
• Strong excel skills.
• Sun System experience an asset.

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years minimum in a high volume accounts payable role.
• Experience within the hospitality or gaming industry an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Ability to multi task in a fast paced deadline driven environment.
• Self-starter comfortable working both in a team environment and independently.
• Detail oriented and a keen learner.

WE OFFER

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Subsidized associate dining room; transportation from west Edmonton location.
• A ground-floor opportunity to build your skills in an interesting and challenging environment.