accountant

Government of Canada; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking a skilled professional to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and be proficient in areas such as financial planning and auditing. Responsibilities include analyzing financial records, preparing reports, and assisting with audits. The role requires strong communication skills and attention to detail. A hybrid work setting will allow flexibility in completing tasks both remotely and in person.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Subsidised public transportation

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in finance.
• Proficient in financial planning and auditing.
• Ability to manage accounts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Analyze clients' financial records.
• Prepare financial statements and reports.
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial audits.

Skills

Financial planning

Auditing

Client focus

Attention to detail

Organized

Team player

Excellent written communication

Excellent oral communication

Education

College/CEGEP or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Sage Accounting Software

Job description

Languages

French

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work setting

• International affairs

Responsibilities

• Analyze clients' financial records
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Analyze financial documents and reports
• Assist in the planning and execution of financial statement audits
• Manage accounts receivable
• Calculate fixed assets and depreciation
• Prepare bank reconciliations
• Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Abacus
• MS Office
• Internet
• MS Excel
• MS Windows
• MS PowerPoint
• Sage Accounting Software

Area of work experience

• Project coordination
• Auditing

Area of specialization

• Financial planning
• External audit
• Accounting

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large workload

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Adaptability
• Due diligence
• Proactive

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site recreation and activities
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Subsidised public transportation
• Parking available
• Travel insurance