Not just a job
a community
a partnership
a team
Youll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canadas fastest-growing and most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. We are seeking innovative, customer focused people to join our team! Our Accounting department at our head office in Richmond BC currently has opportunities for an:
Accounting Assistant (Vendor Billings)
This is a contract position for 1 year, with a possibility of extension.

This position works closely with our buying group and external vendors to administer and bill all vendor funding opportunities such as scan-back allowances, promotional allowances and cooperative advertising allowances. This position requires a commitment to customer service in all dealings with both internal and external stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting Merchandise Managers and Buyers with vendor coop revenue planning and year to date spend.
• Preparation of summary information/reporting on vendor participation in cooperative advertising.
• Filing and handling of inquiries and problems related to vendor funding from Head Office departments and vendors.
• Final preparation and data entry of all coop revenue billings initiated by London Drugs Merchandise Managers and Buyers.
• Reconciliation of related vendor funding G/L accounts.
• Supporting Vendors Online and managing vendor access requirements.

The successful candidate should possess the following:

• Good working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and accounting processes.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to fine detail.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and take the initiative to complete tasks as they arise.
• Work well as part of a team, as well as independently with little supervision.
• Ability to remain focused within a fast paced, deadline oriented, multi-tasking environment
• Strong administrative skills.
• Initiative to isolate and solve problems.

If you are a well organized, self-motivated, individual who has a positive attitude, a desire to support Company initiatives, and a commitment to achieving Company objectives, then we have the opportunity for you to excel!
London Drugs offers advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, salaries commensurate with experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits program including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription drug and vision coverage for you and your family (Ensuring you and your family are taken care of)
• Employee Discount Program (Sharing our success)
• Employee Recognition Program (Tangible rewards for great work!)
• Company matched RRSPs (Helping you plan for your future)
• Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses (Lifelong learning)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (Free confidential counseling)
• Community Involvement (Giving back to our communities)

Employees will be scheduled 40 hours per week and will typically work a standard schedule of Monday to Friday.
If you possess the necessary skills and expertise and would like to join an exciting team of professionals,
Apply Now!
We are an equal opportunity employer. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Be advised, London Drugs DOES NOT use third party recruitment services.