Accounting Analyst

Marberg Staffing Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an Accounting Analyst for a temporary position in downtown Toronto. The role involves supporting financial processes, preparing journal entries, and conducting reconciliations. Candidates should have a degree in Finance or Accounting and experience in the not-for-profit sector is preferred. Strong Excel skills and effective communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion or working towards CPA, CMA, CGA or equivalent.
• Approximately 3 years of related experience in accounting and financial analysis.
• Not for profit or public sector accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support accounting, financial analysis and financial reporting processes.
• Prepare month-end journal entry adjustments and reconciliations.
• Analyze financial records and reconcile G/L accounts.

Skills

Advanced MS Excel

English communication

Education

Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in Finance, Business or Accounting

Tools

Relational databases

BI tools

Job description

Added - a day ago Accounting Analyst Accounting-Management and Analysis Compensation Range : $41.66 to $41.66 Per Hour

Number Of Openings : 1

Accounting Analyst

For not for profit community services client, downtown Toronto.

Job Type : Temporary.

Initial Term : February 10 - April 25, 2025.

Compensation : $41.66 per hour.

Regular Work Hours : FULL TIME HOURS : From 9 am to 5 pm not including 1 hour unpaid lunch break, Monday to Friday (35.0 work hours per week).

Work Location : 100% onsite at client's downtown Toronto office, near TTC station.

Responsibilities Summary :

To support range of accounting, financial analysis and financial reporting processes, including monthly and quarterly close of AR and AP sub-ledgers, preparation of journal entries and payment requisitions, maintenance of various schedules and supporting documents, and analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.

• Prepare month-end journal entry adjustments, accruals and corrections in order to accurately reflect financial information.
• Prepare Fixed Asset Capitalization and Amortization entries, update schedules and maintain backup documents.
• Analyze financial records, reconcile G / L accounts and bank accounts, and investigate and address any discrepancies and communicate with stakeholders accordingly.
• Responsible for accounts receivable / cost recoveries and record keeping, including review and interpretation of agreements and preparation of billings. Will close and balance sub-ledger reports to GL.
• Prepare payment requisitions for payroll deductions such as United Way, Union dues, Credit Union, WSIB and others as required. Reconcile salaries and wages advance accounts.
• Reconcile General Ledger Balance Sheet accounts and maintain related reconciliation schedules.
• Act as custodian of cheques, bank letters, stock storage, sign out books, storage keys, and gift cards. Monitor supplies and initiate restocking.
• Perform financial reporting and account analyses for auditors as requested.
• Contribute to designated department projects and act as back-up to other financial staff as required.
• Additional accounting analyst responsibilities as required.

Qualifications :

Education : Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in Finance, Business or Accounting.

Professional Credentials : Completion or working towards a professional accounting designation (CPA, CMA, CGA, or equivalent).

Preferred Work Experience : Approximately 3 years of related experience in accounting and financial analysis.

Preferred Sector Experience : Not for profit or public sector accounting experience preferred.

Technical and Language Skills Requirements :

• Advanced MS Excel skills (will be tested).
• Experience interacting with relational databases and BI tools.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Task-Based Qualifications and Additional Attributes :

• Demonstrated sound knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated experience with accounting procedures and best practices.
• Demonstrated record of professional conduct and character. Responsible, reliable and works to deadlines.
• Focused and able to work effectively with minimal direction and supervision, to prioritize tasks effectively, and to manage volume targets and due dates.
• Pleasant and courteous. Demonstrated commitment to client service and professional representation of the organization.
• Proven ability to professionally handle confidential information and exercise good judgement in the interpretation and application of instructions and organization policy.
• Superior attention to detail, and organized, methodical approach to completion of tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and collaboratively, and in an advisory capacity, and liaise effectively with a wide and diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

Additional Requirements :

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada, providing satisfactory documentation upon request.
• Ability to work 100% onsite, abiding by organization health and safety policies.
• Ability to declare personal Non-Conflict of Interest in execution of assignment responsibilities.
• Provision of certification of AODA and OHSA online training course completion prior to assignment start.
• Satisfactory Background Checks, Technical Skills Evaluations, and Employment References.

Application Notes :

Recommended Application Date : Immediately - please note that we are screening and shortlisting Candidates immediately and qualified applications may be contacted same day as date of application.

We thank all applicants for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that Marberg Staffing updates job posts regularly, and external job boards may not reflect these changes in a timely fashion. Please refer to https : / / marberg.com / career-portal for the most current information including salary range.

Candidates are only contacted via official phone call, email, or LinkedIn message from Marberg Staffing. Please disregard any initial contact through other mediums such as text message.

Marberg is committed to supporting workplace diversity and inclusivity, to reflect the demographic profile of all Ontarians. Applications are encouraged from equity seeking groups including people of colour, Indigenous people, individuals with disabilities, and people from the LGBTQ2S community.

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