Finance Officer (NOC 12200)

< Back Finance Officer (NOC 12200) Apply Now Sioux Lookout, ON P0V, Canada Job Type Full Time About The Job Fresh Market Foods is a growing retail business dedicated to delivering exceptional service and high-quality products to our valued customers. We are seeking a meticulous and dependable Finance Officer for our Order Desk to oversee cash operations and maintain precise financial records. This role supports daily financial operations, recordkeeping, and accounting administration within a retail environment. If you possess strong numerical skills and excel in a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment, we invite you to join our team. Responsibilities Maintain complete accounting records in QuickBooks by recording, posting, and reconciling daily financial transactions, including sales, cash receipts, bank deposits, and electronic payments, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all accounts. Reconcile and balance cash tills, self-checkout terminals, lottery, gift cards, ATM transactions, and other point-of-sale systems as part of daily bookkeeping and financial control procedures. Prepare, organize, and process bank deposits, ensuring all cash, cheques, and electronic funds transfers are accurately documented and recorded in accounting systems. Reconcile accounts on a regular basis by identifying, investigating, and resolving discrepancies in financial records, cash balances, and sales transactions Maintain and update accounting records in QuickBooks, ensuring compliance with internal controls, financial policies, and audit requirements. Support accounts payable functions by reviewing, coding, and entering supplier invoices into QuickBooks, and assisting with payment processing and vendor account reconciliations. Support accounts receivable functions by recording customer payments, reconciling customer accounts, and monitoring outstanding balances. Prepare, verify, and maintain records related to Nutrition North Canada (NNC) subsidy reporting, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program requirements. Verify and review financial and administrative documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established accounting procedures. Maintain organized, confidential financial records, ensuring proper filing, retention, and accessibility in accordance with company policies and audit standards. Provide bookkeeping and accounting support, including data entry, record maintenance, and preparation of financial documentation and correspondence. Respond to internal and external inquiries related to financial records, invoices, payments, and accounting transactions in a timely and professional manner. Assist with periodic reconciliations and financial reporting activities, including preparation of supporting documentation for internal accounting purposes. Qualifications And Skills Completion of secondary school is required; post-secondary education in accounting, bookkeeping, or a related field is considered an asset. Previous experience in bookkeeping, accounting, cash reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or financial administration is preferred. Satisfactory criminal record check required. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining financial records and processing transactions. Proficiency in computerized accounting systems, point-of-sale systems, Microsoft Excel, and other office software applications. Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to prepare, review, and verify financial and administrative documentation with a high degree of accuracy. Ability to handle confidential financial information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality. Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with management, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy and productivity. Flexibility to work early morning shifts (starting at 7:30 a.m.) and occasional Saturdays as required. Language of Work: Proficiency in English required; French is considered an asset. Terms of Employment: Permanent Full-time (40 hours/week) Positions: 1 Benefits After completing the 3-month probationary period, employees are enrolled in our Group Benefits, which include Medical & Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Maple Program and access to our staff only gym. Additionally, employees receive a 10% discount at Fresh Market Foods and a 20% discount at Your Dollar Store with More. After 1 year of employment, employees are eligible to enroll in our Group RRSP program. Location of Work: 48 Front Street and 79 Queen Street in Sioux Lookout, ON Closing Date: August 14, 2026 Hourly Rate: $25.53 - $28.00 per/hour (depending on experience) Start Date: September 14, 2026 Transportation: Fresh Market Foods will cover a one-time round-trip travel cost for the successful candidate to our location and back to their permanent residence at the end of the work period. (This does not include the cost for a full trailer move (household goods, trailers, or large personal belongings etc.). Housing: Below-market value employee housing may be available, subject to availability. Submit your resume to: Liz Ward, Human Resources Manager Email: jobs@freshmarketfoods.ca Fresh Market Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all interested applicants to apply Reasonable accommodation will be provided during the hiring process. Apply Now

The Finance Officer manages daily cash operations, including reconciling POS systems and processing bank deposits. They are responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records in QuickBooks and supporting accounts payable and receivable functions.

A high school diploma is required, while post-secondary education in accounting or bookkeeping is an asset. Candidates must be proficient in QuickBooks and Excel, and be able to work early morning shifts.

• Medical Benefits • Dental Benefits • Long Term Disability • Employee Assistance Program • Maple Program • Staff Gym Access • Employee Discount at Fresh Market Foods • Employee Discount at Your Dollar Store with More • Group RRSP Program

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Systèmes de point de venteSouhaitée
• Microsoft ExcelSouhaitée
• Saisie de donnéesSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• QuickBooks
• Cash Reconciliation
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Bank Deposits
• Financial Recordkeeping
• Microsoft Excel
• Point-of-Sale Systems
• Numerical Analysis
• Time Management
• Data Entry
• Financial Reporting

• Finance & Accounting
• Retail
• Administrative

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

22 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level