Accounting Clerk Job Description
Position Summary
An Accounting Clerk plays a crucial role in maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and supporting the overall accounting functions within our organization. This role is responsible for ensuring all processes are followed in accordance with established timelines and aligned with IFRS.
Job Description:
1. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records by recording transactions, updating ledgers, and reconciling accounts.
2. Accounts Payable and Receivable: Process invoices, payments, and receipts. Ensure timely payments to vendors and follow up on outstanding receivables.
3. Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and budgets. Provide support during audits and tax filings.
4. Data Entry and Bookkeeping: Enter financial data into accounting software and perform basic bookkeeping tasks such as reconciling bank statements and preparing journal entries.
5. Communication: Liaise with internal departments, clients, and vendors to resolve billing discrepancies, answer inquiries, and provide financial information as needed.
6. Administrative Support: Provide general administrative assistance to the accounting department, such as filing documents, organizing records, and preparing correspondence.
Qualifications:
1. Education: Post secondary education in accounting, business, or similar field or equivalent work experience. Minimum 3 years of proven bookkeeping experience, including payroll processing. • Strong accounting and bookkeeping skills.
2. Relevant Experience: Prior experience in an accounting or finance role, particularly as an accounting clerk or bookkeeper.
3. Knowledge of Accounting Principles: Familiarity with basic accounting principles and practices is essential.
4. Computer Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel is required. Strong typing skills and attention to detail for data entry accuracy.
5. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and reconcile accounts. Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills are essential.
6. Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational skills are important for maintaining accurate records and managing multiple responsibilities.
7. Communication Skills: Good written and verbal communication skills are necessary for interacting with colleagues, clients, and vendors. The ability to explain financial information clearly and professionally is important.
8. Ethical Conduct: Demonstrated integrity and discretion when handling sensitive financial information. Adherence to ethical standards and confidentiality policies is essential.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00-$45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Toronto: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Quickbooks: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-06-17