Junior Accountant

Junior Accountant (6-Month Contract)

Hybrid

Contract

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Description

Role Summary

The Junior Accountant will support the accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, assist with month-end close activities, and perform general accounting duties such as preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.

This is a 6-month contract role. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage all vendor invoices in the accounting system, accurately code and maintain source documents
• Liaises with and respond to all vendor related inquiries 
• Work closely with internal department heads to obtain approval for invoices 
• Maintain and organize all supporting documents for audit and reference purposes
• Generate and issue sales invoices to customers in a timely manner
• Perform daily cash management duties, including the recording of bank deposits, updating and distribution of cash receipt logs, and posting of cash to the accounts receivable sub-ledger
• Support the accounts receivables process by following up on overdue payments
• Monthly reconciliation of company credit card
• Assist the Finance & Accounting team with month-end close process
• Other duties and projects as assigned 

Requirements

Formal Education or Equivalent

• Bachelor's or a Graduate's Degree in accounting, finance, business, or business administration

Years of Experience

• A minimum of one year of accounting experience in a similar role

Competencies

• Adaptability: Adapts to new methods and processes and suggests improvements to processes, particularly in administrative and customer service tasks
• Supportive Role: Supports team members effectively, ensuring smooth operations and clear communication
• Task Completion: Completes tasks accurately and efficiently, particularly in administrative duties and delivers high-quality work
• Ethical Conduct: Adheres to ethical standards, demonstrating honesty and transparency in all interactions with every stakeholder. Adheres to company policies. Demonstrates reliability and trustworthiness, especially in handling sensitive information.
• Inclusive Attitude: Demonstrates an inclusive attitude, promoting a welcoming a respectful environment for all stakeholders
• Reliability: Consistently owns work streams and meets deadlines

Specialized skills, knowledge, or certifications unique to this role

• Strong technical, analytical skills, and computer proficiency 
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information
• Self-driven and proactive nature

Benefits

• Salary: $24/hour
• Hybrid Work (3 Days in Office)
• Custom built modern workspace in the heart of Liberty Village
• A highly innovative and enjoyable team culture