Accounting Coordinator

Cushman & Wakefield; Toronto; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Accounting Coordinator to support client accounting functions. This role involves bank reconciliation, accounts payable, and providing audit documentation. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and preferred experience with accounting software like Yardi.

Qualifications

• Prior accounting work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily download of bank statements and reconciliation.
• Review and post deposit batches in accounting software.
• Assist with cheque printing and organizing deliveries.

Skills

Detail-oriented work ethic

Aptitude for numbers

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

Post secondary education or equivalent

Tools

Yardi accounting software

Job description

Job Title

Accounting Coordinator

Job Description Summary

The Client Accounting Coordinator is responsible for providing accounting, technical and clerical support to Client Accounting personnel. The position works closely with Accountants, and may take direction from Accounting Managers, Controller or Vice President of Client Accounting. The position is responsible for fulfilling support functions which may include, but are not limited to, bank reconciliation, deposit verification, accounts payable, cheque printing, and providing audit documentation. A successful Client Accounting Coordinator ensures timeliness and accuracy when completing all assigned team functions.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

TheClient Accounting Coordinatorwill use sound judgment and due diligence in executing the following responsibilities:

• Daily download of bank statements, and preparation of bank reconciliations.
• Review and posting of deposit batches in accounting software (Yardi).
• Review of accounts payable invoices for accuracy and correct expense classification prior to posting in accounting software (Yardi).
• Assist the disbursements team with cheque printing and organizing couriers to deliver cheques to client sites.
• Assist Accountants with the coordination and collection of documents requested by auditors.
• Assist Accountants with printing and /or collating reports to support financial analysis
• Supports and enforces internal controls established by the department and company and discloses any weaknesses relating to such controls or the lack thereof.
• Other accounting related duties or responsibilities as required or requested.

SKILLS AND ABILITY:

Technical

• A detail-oriented work ethic.
• An aptitude for numbers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel).

• Prior experience with Yardi or similar accounting software is preferred.

Professionalism

• Consistently exhibits strong ethics and confidence, as well as a positive attitude toward company,department, and team members.
• Ability to provide professional support for an assigned team and cultivate value, trust, and positive relations among team and individuals.
• Willingness to hold self and others accountable for performance.
• Flexibility to modify or shift behavior as situations or objectives evolve, while exhibiting focus and positivity amidst change or under pressure.
• Capable of cultivating team camaraderie and value through support and participation in team building and events.
• Continually seeks to identify innovative strategies for increasing department efficiencies and reducing expenses

Cognitive

• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with ability to recognize problems early and produce prompt resolutions.
• Ability to prioritize and focus on critical tasks as well as shift focus or multitask when appropriate.
• Capable of working within a fast-paced, deadline driven environment while generating timely results.
• Self-motivated to achieve or exceed performance standards and goals set forth by department.

Communication/Interpersonal

• Integrity, objectivity, and accountability in performing assigned duties.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, while exercising interdependence within an assigned team.
• Diplomacy to develop and preserve positive relations with team members.

EDUCATION /EXPERIENCE:

• Post secondary education or equivalent.
• Prior accounting work experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work is described as light in physical demand. Requirements include the ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, and reach forward and overhead, finger, and grasp. Must be able to occasionally bend, crouch, or stoop. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Must have close and distance vision as well as the ability to adjust focus.

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

The compensation for the position is: $51,000.00 - $60,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need the job posting in an alternative format or any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, please email your request to [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. Cushman & Wakefield s’engage à respecter l’équité en matière d’emploi. Notre objectif est d’offrir un milieu de travail diversifié, inclusif et exempt d’obstacles. Si vous êtes une personne handicapée et que vous avez besoin de recevoir l’offre d’emploi dans un autre format ou d’accéder à toute autre mesure d’adaptation au cours du processus d’embauche, veuillez soumettre votre demande par courriel à [e-mail]. Veuillez mentionner le titre de poste et le lieu de travail au moment de communiquer avec nous. INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”