Assistant Accountant

Concept2; Kingston; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP support

Paid time off

Job summary

Concept2, a global leader in fitness ergometers, seeks an exacting Assistant Accountant in Kingston, Ontario. This part-time role supports accounts payable/receivable, journal entries, and month-end close, ensuring accurate records and compliance with Canadian tax rules.

You will maintain the fixed asset register, assist with payroll accounting, and ensure proper documentation and internal controls. Strong Excel and communication skills are essential, with 1–3 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Knowledge of Canadian accounting practices and GST/HST requirements.
• Experience with QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, or ERP systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (formulas and spreadsheets).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including invoices and payments.
• Prepare and post journal entries and perform reconciliations.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities and reporting.
• Maintain fixed asset register and compute depreciation and amortization.
• Support payroll-related accounting and GST/HST reporting.
• Maintain organized financial documentation and ensure compliance with policies and controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Independence and teamwork

Education

Accounting/Finance-related degree or diploma

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Xero

ERP systems

Job description

Concept2, a global market leader in the design and manufacture of fitness ergometers and composite racing oars, is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Assistant Accountant to support its finance and accounting activities in Kingston, Ontario. This part-time position helps maintain accurate records, complete reconciliations, support period-end close, and prepare financial information in accordance with company policies, internal controls, and applicable Canadian accounting and tax requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, including invoices, payment requests, expense reports, vendor and customer records, and routine collection activity.
• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain accurate accounting records, complete bank, credit card, and other account reconciliations; investigate discrepancies and resolve routine issues.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities, financial and management reporting, supporting schedules, and budget preparation.
• Maintain the fixed asset register; record acquisitions, disposals, transfers, and capital expenditures; and calculate monthly depreciation and amortization.
• Support payroll-related accounting and reconciliations and maintain GST/HST and other tax-related records and reporting.
• Maintain organized financial documentation, follow company policies, internal controls, and applicable Canadian requirements, and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Canadian accounting practices and GST/HST requirements.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero, or ERP systems.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas and spreadsheets.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Compensation

CAD $30.00-$34.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. This is a part-time position expected to work approximately 20 hours per week.

Concept2 has an informal office setting, flexible work schedule, and excellent benefits,including RRSP supportand generous paid time off.The workplace is informal, yetprofessionaland friendly, with a supportive environment that rewardshard work.

Concept2 is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities and providing a work environment that allows all employees to excel, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status. We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and reach theirfull potential.