Copy of General Ledger Accountant Temp

Coface; Toronto; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A global insurance company in Toronto is seeking a detail-oriented General Ledger Accountant to maintain accurate financial records and support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and relevant accounting experience, preferably in insurance or financial services. This position offers remote work options and is contract-based.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 24 years of professional accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in insurance or financial services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries for various accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Oracle Financials

GAAP

General Ledger Accounting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics GP

Sage

Job description

Overview

THE POSITION

The General Ledger Accountant plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the monthly quarterly and annual close processes. This position involves preparing journal entries reconciling accounts and assisting with financial reporting. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• General Ledger Accounting : Prepare and post journal entries for payroll accruals fixed assets prepaid expenses leases and tax provisions.
• Maintain accounting controls by following established policies and procedures.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and ensure accuracy of financial data.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial reports.

• Technical Accounting Support : Support reinsurance accounting and treaty maintenance activities.
• Assist with the calculation and documentation of technical reserves.

• Cash & Treasury Support : Perform bank reconciliations and support treasury reporting processes.
• Monitor working capital movements and flag variances.

• Auxiliary Accounts & Close Process : Participate in month-end quarter-end and year-end close activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks within tight deadlines.

• Analytical Accounting : Assist in preparing financial analysis and reports for management.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities related to costs accruals and taxes.

• Risk & Compliance : Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
• Support audit requests and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Adhere to IT security and data protection policies.

Qualifications

Education :

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance required.

Experience :

• 24 years of professional accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in insurance or financial services is a plus.

Skills :

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
• Experience with Oracle Financials or similar ERP systems is desirable.
• Team-oriented with a proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Remote Work : Yes

Employment Type : Contract

Key Skills

Balance Sheet Reconciliation,General Ledger Reconciliation,Debits & Credits,GAAP,Pivot tables,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Sage,Account Reconciliation,Microsoft Excel,Microsoft Dynamics GP,ERP Systems

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1