Admin Support 10 - Accounting

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

SJH St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton is seeking a part-time Accounting Services assistant to support general accounting activities at Charlton Campus in Hamilton.

The role handles banking transactions, journal entries, and reconciliation tasks across multiple accounts, with a focus on accuracy and timely processing. The ideal candidate holds a college accounting diploma, has at least 2 years of hands-on experience, and demonstrates strong Excel skills along with familiarity with Workday and

Qualifications

• College Diploma in Accounting is required.
• Experience with account postings and reconciliations (minimum 2 years).
• Ability to prepare/post journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiarity with financial systems such as Workday and Basware/BC365.

Responsibilities

• Prepare/post financial transactions, including bank transfers and journal entries for bank transactions.
• Generate bank account reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items.
• Perform foreign exchange transactions and related calculations.
• Support auditor review with financial records as needed.

Skills

Excel

Intercompany transfers

Journal entries

Bank reconciliations

Foreign exchange

Microsoft Office

Education

College Diploma in Accounting

University accounting courses asset

Tools

Workday

EPIC

Basware/BC365

Job description

Position Details Job Number: JR02138 Department: Accounting Services This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown) Job Type: Regular, Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: CUPE Local 786 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $30.42 - $33.03 Schedule Work Days: Monday to Friday Time of Day: Days Shift: Hours - 8 Shift Start: (If applicable) AM 08:00 Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-09-29 Closing Date: 2026-10-06

Position Summary

This position supports the general accounting functions in the department of Financial Services, providing accounting support as they relate to all banking and banking related activities, including related: Preparing/Posting of financial transactions, including bank transfers, intercompany transfers, wire payment. Preparing/posting journal entries for all bank transactions Prepare mathematical calculations to complete bank reconciliation and support foreign exchange transactions Generating bank account reconciliations, and following up on outstanding bank reconciliation items for multiple bank accounts.

Qualifications

• -College Diploma in Accounting required
• -Additional accounting courses at the university level would be an asset
• -Experience with account postings and reconciliations (minimum 2 years).
• -Ability to generate journal entries, mathematical calculations, process wires, process foreign exchange transactions, and prepare bank reconciliations for multiple bank accounts.
• -Excellent skill level using Microsoft Office applications (such as Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• -Clerical testing may be required as part of the selection process.
• -Demonstrates skills in utilizing a variety of computer applications and financial systems, such as Workday system, EPIC clinical system, Basware/BC365 accounts payable system, on-line banking, email, internet, etc.
• -Professional appearance and manner must be demonstrated at all times.
• -Maintain excellent interpersonal relationships while handling multiple tasks, frequent interruptions and stressful situations and deadlines.
• -Accurate data entry skills.
• -Demonstrated ability to working independently, quickly and efficiently and deal effectively with other staff in the organization, as well as parties outside the organization.
• -Knowledge of the health care industry.
• -Willingness to learn new tasks and effectively work in a strong team environment.
• -Good work performance and attendance record is essential.
• -Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully, both in person, by telephone, and by email focusing on excellence in customer service, for both internal and external parties.
• -Demonstrates careful attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• - Preparing/Posting of financial transactions, including bank transfers, intercompany transfers, wire payment. Prepares and posts journal entries for all bank transactions, such as banking deposits and withdrawals throughout the month Downloads information and reports from various sources, such as banks, Basware (AP system), and Workday (Payroll system). Prepare mathematical calculations to complete bank reconciliation and support foreign exchange transactions Prepare financials records for auditor review, providing support as needed Performs other related duties as assigned by the Manager, Corporate Finance, and the Finance Director. Generating bank account reconciliations, and following up on outstanding bank reconciliation items for multiple bank accounts.

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]).

At St. Joe’s Hamilton, we believe in nurturing new talent, providing an inclusive and supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities, and exciting benefits and rewards.

Whether you're passionate about providing compassionate care or eager to gain new skills, there’s a place here for you to grow, learn, and succeed! Dignity. Respect. Service. Justice. Responsibility. Enquiry.