Accountant - 3 Month Contract

Vaco Recruiter Services; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in York Region is seeking an experienced accountant to manage monthly close activities, perform reconciliations, and support financial reporting. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of accounting experience and a degree in accounting. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in spreadsheet tools are essential. This role offers a competitive hourly rate in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including exposure to financial reporting.
• Experience working with project-based or multi-phase revenue/cost environments is an asset.
• Ability to adapt to new systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close activities, preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Develop and analyze financial reporting packages and supporting schedules.
• Assist with compliance filings and preparation of regulatory documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Spreadsheet proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Problem-solving capabilities

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting

Tools

Mainstream accounting software

Job description

About the Opportunity

• Manage monthly close activities, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and internal reports in accordance with standard accounting principles
• Prepare monthly reconciliations and supporting journal entries for key accounts
• Develop monthly financial reporting packages and supporting schedules; analyze variances between actuals, budget, and forecasts
• Support both internal and external audit processes by preparing requested documentation
• Contribute to the budgeting and forecasting cycle, providing data analysis and support as needed
• Assist with routine compliance filings and preparation of regulatory documentation
• Prepare and submit periodic indirect tax returns
• Perform general accounting functions, including payables, receivables, cash disbursements, and bank reconciliations
• Support ad hoc initiatives and departmental projects as required

About You

• Post-secondary education in accounting with ongoing progression toward a recognized accounting designation
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, including exposure to financial reporting
• Experience working with project-based or multi-phase revenue/cost environments is an asset
• Strong analytical skills and advanced proficiency in spreadsheet tools
• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new systems and processes
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management abilities
• Collaborative, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Proficiency with mainstream accounting software platforms is preferred

Salary Range

$35 - $40 per hour

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please know that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #463071

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 if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.