Accountant / Bookkeeper

Adecco Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Ontario is seeking an experienced Accountant / Bookkeeper for a primarily remote position that includes on-site meetings in downtown Toronto. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, advanced QuickBooks skills, and a strong ability to work independently as well as in a team. This role involves handling diverse accounting functions and participating in special projects. Immediate hiring is available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a varied Bookkeeper or Financial Accountant capacity required.
• Complete post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Asset to those who have worked in a multi-business firm.
• Advanced QuickBooks Online (QBO) experience required.
• Highly detailed and strengths with math/calculations as well as strong follow up skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review daily accounts receivable cash postings.
• Prepare and maintain detailed balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in the development, tracking, and analysis of budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal accounting policies.
• Identify opportunities to reduce financial risk and improve cash management.

Skills

Advanced QuickBooks Online (QBO) experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented with strengths in math/calculations

Strong organizational skills

Ability to take initiative and problem solve

Flexibility and ability to work independently

Team player

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Accountant / Bookkeeper job opening in Ontario (remote)

Adecco Professional is currently partnering with a client to hire for an Accountant / Bookkeeper job opening in Toronto, ON - note that this role is primarily remote however it requires flexibility to meet up on-site downtown Toronto at times. This back-fill maternity leave opportunity will have your working a variety of accounting functions while getting involved in various industry specific tasks for the next 10-12 months. The ideal candidate will bring at least 5 years' experience working in a bookkeeper or financial accountant position combined with a flexible and can-do personality. If this sounds like you, read on to learn more!

As a key member of the small accounting team, you will help with daily accounting functions and maintain accurate financial records, enhance internal controls, and contribute to strategic financial planning where needed. Your responsibilities will include :

Treasury Operations

• Monitor and review daily accounts receivable cash postings
• Record daily bank transactions and perform timely bank reconciliations
• Manage Positive Pay uploads to ensure secure payment processing

General Ledger Management

Prepare and maintain detailed balance sheet reconciliations, including fixed assets, accruals, prepaids, and payroll-related liabilities

Analyze and investigate general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness

Perform intercompany account reconciliations and support system integrations (e.g., QuickBooks Online, ADP)

Process employee expense reports using Expensify

Accounts Payable Oversight

Supervise vendor accounts payable processes and review invoice batches for accuracy and compliance

Financial Planning & Analysis

Assist in the development, tracking, and analysis of budgets and forecasts

Provide insights and recommendations based on operational performance data

Compliance & Reporting

Ensure adherence to GAAP and internal accounting policies

Support the preparation of monthly and annual financial reports

Assist with external audits, including financial, workers' compensation, and PEO audits

Process Improvement & Special Projects

Identify opportunities to reduce financial risk and improve cash management

Contribute to the enhancement of internal controls and accounting processes

Participate in special projects such as system implementations and client account reconciliations

The qualifications for the Accountant / Bookkeeper job opening in Ontario include :

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a varied Bookkeeper or Financial Accountant capacity required

Complete post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance or related field

Asset to those who have worked in a multi-business firm

Advanced QuickBooks Online (QBO) experience required ; asset to those with additional certification in this program

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills

Highly detailed and strengths with math / calculations as well as strong follow up skills

Strong organization skills and the ability to take initiative and problem solve as second nature

Flexible and a strong independent and team player

If you are an experienced, driven and flexible Accountant / Bookkeeper with advanced QBO skills and looking to start a new opportunity with a busy, hardworking tea today, then this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Our client is looking to hire immediately, so click 'apply now' to be considered for this Accountant / Bookkeeper job opening in Ontario!!