assistant accountant

Government of Canada; Montreal; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Montreal is seeking an administrative professional to manage financial transactions, report preparation, and team coordination. This role requires on-site work and at least a college education. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and experience in financial reporting. If you have 1 to 2 years of relevant experience, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Schedule work and manage workloads.
• Prepare and submit reports accurately.
• Ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
• Co-ordinate and review team assignments.
• Order necessary materials and supplies.
• Reconcile accounts and manage payables/receivables.
• Ensure payroll accuracy and prepare reports.

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview Languages

English or French

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Schedule work
• Prepare and submit reports
• Ensure accuracy of financial transactions
• Co-ordinate, assign and review work
• Requisition or order materials, equipment and supplies
• Co-ordinate activities with other work units or departments
• Reconcile accounts
• Manage accounts payable
• Manage accounts receivable
• Ensure accuracy of completed time sheets, payroll and other summaries
• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports