Job Description
Accountant (Full Cycle)
Location: Etobicoke, ON Work Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Home/Office)
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: Manager, Finance
About the Opportunity
Our client, a well-respected organization in the Insurance, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accountant (Full Cycle) to join their Finance & Accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with strong accounting knowledge and a passion for numbers to support the financial operations of an organization committed to excellence and integrity.
Position Purpose
The Finance Clerk plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring efficient transaction processing. This includes:
- Performing general ledger postings and reconciliations
- Supporting accounts payable and receivable functions
- Assisting with quarterly/annual financial statements, tax filings, and audits
Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral Ledger (GL) Postings & Reconciliation- Record income, expenses, and other transactions from bank statements
- Update investment schedules based on monthly reports
- Post investment-related activity, including accrued interest and gains/losses
- Reconcile benefit claims and refunds, amortization, and accrual entries
- Ensure all transactions are accurately reflected in the GL
Accounts Payable & Receivable- Prepare EFT/cheque requisitions and create payable entries
- Monitor and follow up on uncashed cheques or EFT issues
- Liaise with vendors on outstanding invoices
- Review contribution receipts and audit registers
- Reconcile deposits and assist with closing entries
Financial Reporting, Tax & Audit Support- Complete monthly bank reconciliations
- Prepare quarterly financial statements and schedules
- Adjust quarterly financials for unrecorded accruals
- Assist with tax filings: T3, T3P, T4A, payroll, RST, premium tax
- Provide documentation for annual audits and support closing procedures
RequirementsRequired Skills & Competencies- Attention to Detail: High degree of accuracy and precision in all tasks
- Collaboration: Works effectively with others, values team input
- Integrity & Trust: Dependable, honest, and reliable
- Interpersonal Skills: Professional and positive communication
- Time Management: Able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Problem Solving: Logical thinker with strong decision-making ability
- Self-Management: Takes initiative, organized, and goal-focused
Technical Skills- Proficiency in MS Excel (intermediate to advanced)
- Solid understanding of accounting principles
- Accurate data entry and numerical analysis
- Ability to work with accounting software and learn new tools quickly
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Qualifications- High school diploma required; post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar finance or accounting support role
BenefitsWork Environment- Hybrid work model (remote and in-office)
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