The Finance Associate is responsible for ensuring accuracy and timeliness in vendor payments, posting customer payments, preparing documents for government program submission and account/customer reconciliations. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

- Prepare and execute weekly payment runs (EFT/ACH).
- Maintain vendor records and respond to inquiries.
- Record and apply customer payments accurately.
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on past-due customer accounts.
- Post incoming payments, investigate & resolve short payments.
- Support government programs (IREP,CDC,Excise, duty drawback, HST)/ audits and provide required documentation.
- Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems.
- Assist with journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations as needed.
- Collaborate with team members to improve processes and internal controls.
- Complete monthly GL entries for multiple sites, entities & Interco.
- Complete bank deposit.
- Reconciliation of bank & credit cards.
- Forecasting cash flow & budget.
- Support external audits via provision of working papers & responding to queries.
- Maintain data integrity.
- Contribute to process improvements & ERP optimization.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:





- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
- 2–5 years of experience in accounting.
- Proficiency with ERP accounting software (e.g., Business Central).
- Strong Excel and data entry skills.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Ensure compliance to Quality and Food Safety requirements within the scope of the position.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization Quinte Custom Foods, thanks all applicants for their interest in the position. However, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Quinte Custom Foods is an equal chance employer that welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided upon request.

Please note: This position requires the result of a satisfactory criminal record check. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care

Work Location: In person

📌 Finance Associate (Trenton)
🏢 Quinte Custom Foods
📍 Trenton