Accounting Analyst

Ian Martin Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Raise is seeking an Accounting Analyst in Toronto, ON for a two-month contract with a flexible pay rate for a government-sector client. This role offers hands-on financial experience within a supportive team.

You will prepare month-end journal entries, perform reconciliations, manage fixed asset records, and provide reporting support to auditors. Strong Excel skills, GAAP knowledge, and the ability to work with deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge and solid accounting practices.
• Proficiency in Excel and office tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Multitasking and meeting tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end and journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and amortization.
• Analyze financial records, reconcile GL and bank accounts, investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare fixed asset capitalization and amortization entries.
• Support daily cash balance reporting and validation reports.
• Handle society accounts receivable/cost recoveries and billings.
• Reconcile General Ledger and salary/wage accounts.
• Prepare ministry reports for RESP and OCBe activities.
• Maintain client-related accounts and process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Autonomous

Adaptable

Education

College diploma or degree in Finance/Accounting

CPA/CMA/CGA in progress or equivalent

3 years of relevant experience in financial analysis

Tools

BI tools

Databases

Job description

Accounting Analyst

Pay Rate: (flexible)

Location: Toronto ON

Contract Length: 2 months

We at Raise are hiring right now for one of our Government Sector Clients. If you’re interested, apply below for your chance to join a great place to work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepares month-end and annual journal entry adjustments, accruals, prepaids, amortization, re-allocation, and corrections in order to accurately reflect financial information, such as cost allocations and account coding corrections.
2. Analyzes financial records, reconciles G/L accounts and bank accounts, prepares journal entries, and investigates discrepancies as required. Prepares various schedules for reporting and audit purposes, communicates with stakeholders, and takes corrective actions.
3. Prepares Fixed Asset Capitalization and Amortization entries, updates schedules, and maintains backup documents.
4. Supports accounting department staff to:
5. a. Complete daily cash balance reports.
6. b. Complete various validation reports to confirm system integrity.
7. c. Initiate notification of transfers between bank accounts and respond to cheque clearing confirmation requests.
8. d. Complete Society accounts receivable/cost recovery functions and record keeping related to services provided to other agencies, such as salary/benefit recoveries of seconded employees and others; review and interpret agreements and prepare billings accordingly. Close and balance sub-ledger reports to GL.
9. e. Reconcile General Ledger Balance Sheet accounts and maintain related reconciliation schedules, including receivable and various liability accounts.
10. f. Reconcile salaries and wage advance accounts.
11. g. Prepare Ministry-mandated reports of Society clients’ Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) and Ontario Child Benefit Equivalency (OCBe) account activities.
12. h. Maintain accounting records and prepare reports related to clients’ OCBe, RESP, and Children In-Trust funds, providing client account reports/statements and responding to enquiries.
13. i. Maintain client-related accounts: Children’s Special Allowance (CSA) and Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB) funds.
14. j. Support in the administration of inventory of gift cards.
15. k. Work with supervisor to identify and implement continuous improvements. Also support process and system changes carried out by the team.
16. l. Update GL download data files.
17. m. Complete validations to support payment cycle.
18. n. Document existing and new processes as necessary.
19. Acts as an additional back-up to Financial staff as required.
20. Performs financial reporting/account analyses as requested for financial reports for Auditors.
21. Works in a safe manner in accordance with the Society’s health and safety policies and procedures and all relevant legislation.
22. Acts in accordance with and incorporates the Society's Code of Ethics, Confidentiality, Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism, Harassment & Discrimination policies, etc.
23. Uses sound judgment in consideration of financial resources.
24. Complies with Society’s financial policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• College diploma or degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting.
• Completion of or working towards an intermediate standing in a professional accounting designation (CPA, CMA, CGA, or equivalent) is required.
• 3 years of relevant experience in financial analysis.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and sound ability in accounting practices and procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills.
• Developed interpersonal and customer service skills to work cooperatively with staff.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A proven record in multitasking, organizing, prioritizing, and meeting tight deadlines.
• Quality and detail-oriented.
• Self-starter with the ability and confidence to work autonomously, yet able to take direction.
• Ability to adapt to the changing needs of the team and branch, as well as work in a fast-paced setting.

Assets

• Experience interacting with relational databases and BI tools.
• Familiarity with the Child Welfare sector.
• Experience implementing and assessing internal controls.
• Familiarity with enterprise risk management programs.

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