Job Description

Company Info:

A family business at our core, at Scanway, we think differently about food. Our friendly and approachable style always comes with the promise of food prepared with the highest quality ingredients. The recipe for success stems from a combined 70 plus years’ experience. Versed in all types of food operations, we offer F&B solutions which include – third party management, event catering, packaged meals, a la carte delivery, ghost kitchen services and more. Now we are seeking an experienced Accounting Bookkeeper to join us for managing financial transactions, reconciliations, and reporting.

Job Duties:

• Maintain and manage precise financial records specific to catering operations, utilizing both manual and computerized bookkeeping systems.
• Accurately post journal entries and reconcile accounts, including bank statements and credit card transactions, ensuring compliance with financial regulations pertinent to the catering industry.
• Assist accountant to prepare, maintain, and present financial reports such as income statements and balance sheets, reflecting the company’s financial status, with a particular focus on catering-related transactions.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to streamline financial processes, improving efficiency and effectiveness in financial management within the catering business.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of detailed general ledgers, focusing on transactions related to catering services, events, and supply purchases.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliation of financial discrepancies.
• Calculate, process, and issue payments for payrolls, vendor invoices, and other expenses, adhering to established schedules and procedures, ensuring financial efficiency in the catering operation.
• Complete and submit various tax and regulatory forms, including those related to employee compensation, catering service taxes, and other government documents crucial to the catering industry.
• Produce additional statistical, financial, and accounting reports for decision-making, audits, or compliance.

Benefits:
• Company events
• Employee discount
• Overtime pay
• On-site free parking
• Paid time off

Required languages: English

Education level: Completion of an education program, such as a post-secondary certificate or diploma in accounting, bookkeeping or a related field is required.

Required skills: At least 2-3 years of related work experience as a bookkeeper • Attention to details: Accuracy is paramount in bookkeeping. Small errors can have significant consequences, so a keen eye for detail is crucial. • Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. • Time Management: Effective time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. • Problem-Solving: Analytical and problem-solving skills to address issues that may arise. • Adaptability: Flexibility and adaptability to handle changing priorities. • Critical Thinking: Ability to think critically and make sound judgments.

Additional skills / Assets: • Working knowledge of accounting software preferred, can be trained • MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Closest intersection: 1505 Barrington St. Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3K5