Accounting Assistant

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd.; Red Lake; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Operation Bonus Program

100% employer paid extended health and

Health Care Spending Account

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

RRSP matching program

Employee referral bonus

Training opportunities

Job summary

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. in Ontario is seeking an Accounting Clerk to support daily accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records.

The role involves processing invoices, reconciliations, payroll support, and month-end reporting in a hands-on mining environment. The candidate should have 1–2 years of accounting or clerical experience, a high school diploma (post-secondary in Accounting preferred), and proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Microsoft

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary in Accounting or Business Administration preferred.
• 1–2 years of accounting or clerical experience (co-op/internship acceptable).
• Proficiency with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage or Microsoft Dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, payments, and expense reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain and update accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
• Prepare and process bank deposits.
• Reconcile bank statements and vendor accounts.
• Assist with data entry into accounting software and spreadsheets.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and statements.
• Maintain filing systems for financial documents and records.
• Assist in the preparation of payroll.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Support internal audits and assist with inventory tracking or petty cash as needed.
• Perform general administrative and clerical duties as required.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Excel

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary in Accounting or Business Administration (preferred)

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. is a Canadian gold exploration and development company focused on restarting and expanding the historic Madsen Gold Mine in the Red Lake District of Northwestern Ontario. In addition to advancing the Madsen Mine toward sustainable production, the company is developing nearby high-grade gold deposits to support future growth. Backed by modern infrastructure, a skilled workforce, and a strong technical team, West Red Lake Gold is committed to operational excellence, responsible mining practices, and creating long-term value as it progresses toward steady commercial production.

Reporting to the Mine Controller, the successful candidate will work locally on a 5-2/4-3 schedule. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting daily accounting operations, processing transactions, and maintaining accurate financial records.

The Benefits

• Build your future with us. We support, develop, and reward our people every step of the way.
• Operation Bonus Program
• 100% employer paid extended health and dental program
• Health Care Spending Account
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• RRSP matching program
• Employee referral bonus

About The Candidate

• High school diploma or equivalent (post-secondary education in Accounting or Business Administration is preferred).
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar accounting or clerical role (co-op/internship acceptable).
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Mining operations experience is highly preferred
• Able to interpret, apply and explain applicable laws, codes, regulations and ordinances
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly with Excel
• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting software
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

About The Role

• Process invoices, payments, and expense reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain and update accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
• Prepare and process bank deposits.
• Reconcile bank statements and vendor accounts.
• Assist with data entry into accounting software and spreadsheets.
• Help prepare monthly financial reports and statements.
• Maintain filing systems for financial documents and records.
• Assist in the preparation of payroll.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Support internal audits and assist with inventory tracking or petty cash, as needed.
• Perform general administrative and clerical duties as required.
• The Company is committed to provide the training for the right candidate(s) for skills and competency development. **

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, diverse workforce and responsible mining practices that create lasting value for our people, communities, and stakeholders.

At West Red Lake Gold, we foster a culture where people speak up with courage, take action, challenge unsafe conditions, and care for one another because safety is not just a set of rules, it is who we are and what we stand for. The health, safety, and well-being of our employees remain our highest priorities. We are committed to creating sustainable value through responsible environmental stewardship, strong social responsibility, and operational excellence.

*Must be willing to complete a criminal background check, pre-employment physical and drug and alcohol test*