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Accounting Coordinator - 6 Month Contract to Permanent (Closed)

About the Opportunity

• Accounting related
• Perform general accounting functions including maintaining sub-ledgers and the general ledger as well as conducting all month-end close procedures
• Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals and recurring entries
• Maintain fixed asset continuity schedule
• Complete monthly reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts
• Produce error free financial reports according to monthly schedule
• Analyze financial results to validate variances and provide appropriate analysis to append to the financial reports
• Coordinate location petty cash and float audits
• Proactively spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency
• Assist with the annual budget preparation
• Assist with quarterly forecasting
• Assist with preparations for the annual audit
• Provide input into the department’s goal setting process
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Payroll related
• Validate payroll transactions for the bi-weekly payroll
• Process the bi-weekly payroll
• Prepare monthly WSIB and EHT remittances
• Complete all year end close activities including final reconciliations, and issuance of T4s / T4As by the last day of February
• Assist both, the Director of Finance and Controller, and other staff members in the finance department as required
• Oversee and coordinate special financial projects
• Perform other duties as may be assigned

About You

• Post-secondary education in Accounting preferably enrolled in the CPA Student program (minimum) or recent acquisition of designation or related experience
• Enrolled in or completion of Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) through the Canadian Payroll Association (preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in accounting at a senior level of responsibility
• Experience with computerized ledger systems (SAGE 300 including Financial reporter preferred)
• Advanced knowledge of Excel (Pivot tables, V-Lookup, etc.)
• Proficient in other Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook)
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to function well in a team-oriented environment
• Enhanced attention to detail to produce error free work
• Effective time management and organizational skills in order to meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated experience with applying initiative to the betterment of departmental processes and functions
• Experience with online payroll applications an asset
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with appropriate judgement

Pay Rate

$51,700/year

How to Apply

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.