Our client, a leading food service provider, is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to join their team on a 6-month contract, with a strong possibility of becoming permanent. This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who is eager to grow and contribute to essential financial processes.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Assist with data entry and processing of manual transactions.
- Support the creation and distribution of financial statements for restaurant partners.
- Help prepare reports in Excel and Google Sheets, summarizing key operational metrics.
- Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities, collaborating with the finance team to ensure accuracy.
- Assist with tracking expenses and ensuring alignment with the business unit’s budget.
- Perform basic data analysis to support ongoing financial and operational initiatives.
Qualifications and Skills:
- 1+ year of experience in accounting-related roles (e.g., bookkeeping, invoicing, accounts payable, or finance support).
- Progression through the CPA program (or an interest in pursuing it) is an asset but not required.
- Intermediate skills in Excel and/or Google Sheets.
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
