Bookkeeper

Wm. R. Murphy Fisheries Ltd.
P.O. Box 99, R.R. 1 Arcadia Yar. Co., NS B0W 1B0
Telephone: (902)663-4301
Email: [email protected]

Bookkeeper

Wm. R. Murphy Fisheries Ltd and Roderick Murphy & Sons Ltd are a well-established vertically integrated group of family-owned companies involved in the buying, selling, and processing of various species of seafood.

We are currently seeking an experienced, full-time, detail-oriented Bookkeeper with full-cycle accounting experience.

Reports to: Senior Bookkeeper and Controller.

Key responsibilities include:

• Transactional data entry for multiple business entities and locations; with frequent intercompany transactions.
• Maintenance of current and accurate information for all modules in Sage 50.
• Scanning of paper-based forms for digital storage.
• Preparation of fishing settlements and payroll runs.
• Account analysis and reconciliation, including all intercompany accounts, clearing and bank accounts.
• Administrative assistance to fishermen, supervisors, and senior management.
• General upkeep of the office such as filing and maintaining sufficient levels of office supplies.
• Other duties as needed.

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A minimum of post-secondary education in office administration or equivalent experience.
• 2-3+ years of experience.
• Current computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well on a team, but also independently in a fast-paced demanding environment where the ability to multi-task is key.
• Possess excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrate a commitment to both accuracy and confidentiality.

If you are interested in this position, please forward your resume and cover letter to the attention of Katherine Doucette - [email protected]