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Who are we?

UNFI is the leading distributor of all natural, organic, and specialty foods in North America. We're on a journey to transform the world of food for our customers, suppliers, associates, and the families we serve on a daily basis. Our mission is simple: to provide healthier food choices to consumers everywhere.

Better Food, Better Future!

If you're an Accounting professional looking for temporary work, read on about our opening at UNFI Canada!

Position: Accountant I

Job Type: Full Time 3 month contract (please note due to contract, benefits are not included)

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Language Requirements: English

Working Conditions: Hybrid (One day a week in office)

Location: Vaughan, ON

Expected compensation: $50,300

Purpose:

Under direct supervision, performs tasks related to the monthly/quarterly financial close process including balance sheet and profit and loss activity, journal entries, and balance sheet account reconciliation. Prepares financial information for other departments. Assist in accounting department duties. Position will maintain the general ledgers for assigned Companies in accordance with GAAP.

Responsibilities:

Prepares financial data for input into finance systems and generates reports; performs calculations using spreadsheet applications. Responsible for effectively researching, tracking, and resolving accounting problems and discrepancies. Prepares regularly scheduled journal entries, analyses, inventories, and financial statements. Analyzes, reconciles, balances, and maintains accounting records and special financial reports. Interacts with other departments regarding finance policies and procedures. Establishes and maintains effective communication and coordination with area personnel and with management. Performs other job duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education/ Certifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or equivalent related experience and training

Experience: 

1-2 years of previous related accounting experience preferred System implementation experience preferred

Knowledge:

Knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and procedures Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and standard bookkeeping practices

Skills & Abilities:

Account balancing and reconciling skills Spreadsheet software skills to quantify and illustrate routine financial reports, statements, and/or projections Ability to use Microsoft Office Applications, Word and Excel Ability to prioritize and multi-task with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy Must be able to work well under pressure while meeting deadlines

Our Commitment:

UNFI believes in a diverse and accommodating workplace. UNFI encourages and promotes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, disability or otherwise. UNFI is committed to providing full accommodation for persons with disabilities in all active processes and procedures including but not limited to the recruitment process. To request any accommodation you may require to participate in the recruitment process (including alternative formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please contact the main recruiting contact for the position or Human Resources to discuss your specific needs.

Company: UNFI Canada Inc. Apply

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), Click HERE for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate’s first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $680 per week. After the introductory period, as a 100% commission-based role, there is no set salary. UNFI’s commission plans are uncapped and average earnings vary depending on territory and sales achieved, among other factors.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

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