Accountant II-1

Meharry Medical College; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading higher education institution seeks a skilled Accountant II-1 to manage various financial documents and ensure compliance with accounting standards. This full-time role involves preparing financial statements, analyzing data, and supervising lower-level accounting staff, offering an excellent opportunity for those with solid accounting skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four (4) years in general ledger accounting.
• Direct accounting experience may be considered with other degrees.
• Proficiency in software applications, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.

Responsibilities

• Prepares financial balance sheets, income statements, and operational reports.
• Analyzes account transactions and reclassifies entries as needed.
• Prepares bank and general ledger account reconciliations.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting methods and procedures

Ability to perform basic numerical calculations

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Accuracy and meticulousness in record-keeping

Ability to identify and resolve accounting issues

Proficient in navigating ERP systems

Intermediate+ proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to analyze and interpret financial data

Ability to supervise the work of others

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university

CPA, CMA, or other accounting certification preferred

Tools

Multi-module ERP financial accounting software

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This position works under general supervision; processes various financial documents and data; performs and ensures the accuracy of bank and other general ledger account reconciliations; analyzes data, contributes to the preparation of financial reports, ensures compliance with accounting standards and laws, and performs related and other duties as assigned.

• Salary Range* - 66k - 83k
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepares various financial balance sheet, income statements, and various other management and/or operational reports
• Analyzes account transactions and make appropriate reclassifying entries as needed
• Prepare bank and general ledger account reconciliations
• May supervise lower-level employees
• Respond to inquiries regarding financial transactions, reviews accounts for errors and discrepancies
• Analyze trends, costs, revenues, and financial commitments to predict future performance
• Recommend improvements or modifications to accounting systems and procedures
• Assist with internal and external audits
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of accounting methods and procedures
• Ability to perform basic numerical calculations
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Accuracy and meticulousness in record-keeping and analysis
• Ability to identify and resolve accounting issues
• Proficient in navigating ERP systems
• Intermediate+ proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Ability to supervise the work of others
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and identify trends
• Ability to work with others to establish and maintain effective working relationships
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university or college
• Other related business degrees with a focus on accounting, coupled with direct accounting experience, may be considered.
• Minimum of four (4) years in general ledger accounting. Additional education may be substituted for some experience. Proficiency in the use of software applications, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software required.
• CPA, CMA, or other accounting certification preferred
• Experience in multi-module ERP financial accounting software

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Higher Education

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