Accounting Clerk

Luminus Financial; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Clerk to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for ensuring accuracy in financial records and fostering a reliable accounting environment. You will engage in various accounting tasks, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accounts payable/receivable management. The ideal candidate will possess strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and have a keen eye for detail. If you are ready to enhance your career and contribute to a supportive team dedicated to excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong Excel skills are essential.
• Experience in bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial reporting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process journal entries to the general ledger.
• Perform routine reconciliation of various accounts and reports.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Intermediate Excel Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Post-Secondary Education in Accounting or Business

Tools

Laserfiche ECM Suite

Job description

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for executing a range of routine clerical accounting tasks in accordance with established standards, processes, and procedures. This position serves as a liaison between the Accounting & Finance department and various other credit union departments. Th is role require s active participation in all credit union team functions and embodies the department’s commitment to reliability by ensuring accuracy in all duties performed.

• 37.50 hours per week
• In-person days at one of two locations:
• 11-2011 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M9N 3V3
• 110-5401 Eglinton Avenue West, Etobicoke, ON, M9C 5K6

Responsibilities

Brand & Culture

• Represent the Luminus brand with professionalism by living our core values – being adaptable, responsive, committed and cooperative.
• Foster and maintain an open and transparent team environment where communication is encouraged and feedback is valued.
• Always demonstrate a high level of professionalism through attire, voice and actions

General Ledger & Journal Entries

• Prepare and process journal entries to the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and timely posting.
• Review general ledger reports for accuracy, completeness and reasonability.
• Ensure all transactions comply with internal policy, accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

Reconciliations & Financial Records

• Perform routine reconciliation of various accounts and reports in a timely manner, identifying and rectifying any anomalies.
• Maintain financial records such as statements, reconciliations and supporting schedules utilizing Laserfiche’s ECM suite.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Allocate payments and expense claims to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Process invoices and payments in a timely manner, attaining proper approvals and documentation.
• Log outstanding payables and follow up on discrepancies.
• Assist with accounts receivable tracking and collections as needed.

Other

• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance department efficiencies.
• Gather and provide the required documentation to support audit engagements.
• Support special projects and reporting needs as required.

Qualifications

Required

• Secondary school diploma
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including intermediate Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of financial statements
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-accounting staff.
• Ability to adapt to changing policy, processes and procedures.

Preferred

• Experience in the Canadian credit union system
• Post-secondary education in accounting or business
• 3-5 years of relevant accounting experience including bookkeeping, reconciliations and financial reporting.

Accounting Clerk – Reliability, Efficiency and Speed, Teamwork

Reliability and timely efficiency are two of the main competencies of the Accounting Clerk. The role is pivotal in creating continuity and transparency within the operations of Luminus and relies heavily on solid knowledge of processes, procedures, internal controls as well as promoting the culture of the entrepreneurial spirit of dependability and accountability for the Accounting department.

Ready to transform your career and make a meaningful impact? Apply today and be part of a team committed to making a positive difference.

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