ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT (II)

Responsible for applying a thorough knowledge and understanding of accounting policies and procedures to process financial transactions. Records, classifies and summarizes accounting data according to established procedures. Ensures accuracy and compliance with existing guidelines, policies, and procedures. Provides guidance and training to staff on proper accounting procedures and the use of financial systems. Purpose and Key Functions: Perform various analyses and reconciliations of accounts. Provide training and guidance to others on relevant accounting procedures and the use of financial systems. Generate reports and account statements and review for accuracy. Calculate, prepare and issue invoices, cheques, account statements and other financial statements according to established procedures. Receive, send, sort, verify, process and prepare various documents such as purchase orders, invoices, cheque requisitions, receivables, and payables. Process, verify, and balance financial records and business transactions, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. Investigate discrepancies using established procedures. Assist with internal and external audits by providing backup documentation related to audit items. Monitor and reconcile statements and participate in the reconciliation of accounts. Prepare and generate a variety of scheduled and ad hoc reports. Update, maintain, and verify information in a variety of spreadsheets and databases. Balance and control cash receipts, including floats, petty cash and cheques. Write a variety of formal notes and records using form letters and templates. Apply standard mathematical skills such as calculations, formulas, and equations to perform routine calculations. Answer inquiries via telephone, email, and in person that are specific in nature. Maintain filing systems, both electronic and hard copy. Requirements: 2 year Community College diploma in accounting or a related field of study. Requires 3 years of relevant experience. Assets: Advanced Excel Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP), data analysis, reporting, and spreadsheet automation. Reconciliation Experience: Proven ability to perform detailed account, balance sheet, and transaction reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Process Improvement Mindset: Demonstrated experience identifying inefficiencies, streamlining workflows, improving controls, and implementing process enhancements to increase accuracy and productivity. Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities with the capacity to analyze large datasets, identify discrepancies, and provide actionable recommendations. Attention to Detail: Highly organized with a commitment to accuracy and quality in financial and operational processes. Continuous Improvement Focus: Proactive in seeking opportunities to improve reporting, workflows, and team processes. How To Apply To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

The role involves processing financial transactions, performing account reconciliations, and managing accounts payable, receivable, and payroll. Additionally, the assistant provides training to staff on accounting procedures and generates various financial reports and statements.

Candidates must possess a 2-year Community College diploma in accounting or a related field. A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience is required.

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• Accounting Policies
• Financial Reconciliation
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll Processing
• Financial Reporting
• Microsoft Excel
• Pivot Tables
• VLOOKUP
• XLOOKUP
• Data Analysis
• Internal Auditing
• Process Improvement
• Cash Management
• Spreadsheet Automation
• Financial Systems

• Finance & Accounting
• Education
• Administrative

Formation minimale

Diplôme collégial

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

23 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Associate