Come join Pattison Food Group Ltd., a Jim Pattison business, and Canada’s largest Western-based provider of food and health products.
Pattison Food Group Ltd. is a certified Great Place to Work® and consists of Save-On-Foods and other well-known grocery banners. With nearly 300 retail locations, we proudly employ nearly 30,000 team members.
We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Junior Accountant to join our Finance team in Langley, BC.
Reporting to the Team Lead, Treasury Services, you will act as the subject matter expert and be responsible for coordinating and supporting the business with a primary focus on cash-up and accounts receivable. In this role, you will provide guidance to internal partners, troubleshoot complex cash-related issues, and ensure timely, accurate reconciliation processes that support overall financial integrity and business operations.
You will be responsible for:
- Preparing daily and monthly reconciliations, reviewing sales data, and troubleshooting discrepancies.
- Supporting retail stores as the first point of contact for cash-up and accounts receivable inquiries, including training and guidance.
- Preparing journal entries and assisting with various accounting duties, including coordinating month end processes and maintaining accurate process documentation.
- Monitoring accounts receivable aging, following up on late or unpaid accounts, and resolving escalated issues related to corporate credit accounts.
- Running financial reports, analyzing data, and providing insights or recommendations to support management decision making.
- Contributing to continuous process improvements and supporting ad hoc projects as needed.
- Leading AR related audit requirements, including year-end tasks and walkthroughs with external auditors.
You have:
- 1-2 years of cash-up and/or accounts receivables experience.
- Completed or currently enrolled in a recognized accounting diploma program, or equivalent experience with a solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
- 1 year of related accounting experience, ideally within a retail environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of accounting, payment, and banking procedures is considered an asset.
You are:
- Customer service focused and detail oriented.
- A strong communicator, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated and critical thinker, with the ability to solve problems.
- Able to work independently and show initiative to meet deadlines in a fast paced and dynamic environment
What we offer:
In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer a great range of benefits, a company pension plan, free parking, exclusive team member offers, and opportunities for development and career progression.
If you’re looking to join a team that puts people first, you’re in the right place. Apply online today!
Compensation Details:
$53,832.00 - $67,290.00The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience and other factors.
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What We Do
Established in 2021, the Pattison Food Group is a Jim Pattison business and Western Canada’s leading provider of food and drugs. The Pattison Food Group includes Save-On-Foods, Buy-Low Foods, Quality Foods, Everything Wine, Pure Integrative Pharmacy, Imperial Distributors Canada Inc., More Rewards and other Jim Pattison Group specialty and wholesale operations. Its businesses employ more than 30,000 team members in nearly 300 food and drug retail locations and share a passion for giving back to the communities where they do business. Pattison Food Group businesses are leaders in customer service and innovation and are committed to achieving long-term growth
