Hiring Profile: Accounting Assistant

Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, reliable, and proactive Accounting Assistant to join our team at TRAPA’s Richmond Head Office. This is a key role within our Accounting team, responsible for managing the timely and accurate processing of payables and receivables, supporting cash flow management, and ensuring the integrity of financial records.

We are looking for someone who can step into a well-defined role and contribute from the outset. This is not a training ground, and we expect applicants to have a clear understanding of the responsibilities they will be taking on.

Core Responsibilities:
Full-cycle accounts payable processing: receiving, verifying, coding, and entering invoices
Vendor reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
Preparation of payment runs (EFT, cheques, wires)
Monitoring AP aging and managing payment schedules
Communicating professionally with vendors, internal colleagues, and management
Full-cycle accounts receivable (AR) processes
Supporting month-end close activities and year-end audit requirements
Maintaining organized AP records and documentation in compliance with company standards

Candidate Profile:
Accounting background strongly preferred (diploma, degree,



or equivalent work experience)
Understanding of AP and AR processes is required
Completion of an AP course is considered a strong asset
Proficient with Excel and general accounting software; experience with our current ERP system will be taught
Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written) – must be able to clearly communicate with colleagues, vendors, and articulate issues to the Financial Manager
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage workload and priorities independently
Proactive, professional, and team-oriented mindset

Working Environment:
This is a reliable and well-supported AP role within a growing and energetic company. The successful candidate will be walking into a well-established process and supported by an experienced Accounting team, including our Financial Manager whom this position will report directly to.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $54,000.00-$58,000.00 per year

Perks:
Casual dress
Company events
Company pension
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Accounting Assistant Richmond
🏢 TRAPA Forest Products
📍 Richmond