Finance Administrator

Paracel Laboratories Ltd.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-service environmental laboratory in Ottawa is seeking a Finance Administrator for a full-time, permanent role. The position involves managing accounts receivable and payable, performing reconciliations, and supporting financial operations. Ideal candidates will have a background in accounting, 3-5 years of related experience, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. This role offers a chance to contribute to a diverse range of projects for clients across Canada.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years related experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and General Accounting.
• Knowledge of accounting software.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Post transactions for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Perform bank account and credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare client statements for Account Managers.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Formal post-secondary training in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dynamics NAV / MS D365 Business Central

Job description

Overview

Paracel Laboratories Ltd. is a full-service environmental and Indoor Air Quality laboratory. Our main laboratory facilities are located in Ottawa and are supported by an environmental lab in Hamilton and microbiology and asbestos laboratories in Mississauga. Additional service depots are located in Kingston, London, Niagara, Windsor, and Richmond Hill. We support a broad spectrum of projects for professional clients from across Canada. Our client base primarily consists of major environmental consultants, all levels of government and industrial manufacturers located predominantly in Ottawa, Toronto, Niagara, Eastern and Southwestern Ontario.

The Opportunity

Paracel Laboratories Ltd. is actively searching for a Finance Administrator to join our team. This is a Full-Time, Permanent role at 2315, St Laurent Blvd., Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 4J8.

Reporting to the Finance Controller, the Finance Administrator will play a critical role in supporting the Finance team, owning responsibility for AP and AR functions. Our ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, driven to meet deadlines and has advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Post transactions and provide analytical and clerical support for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, HR and Payroll
• Perform bank account and credit card reconciliations
• Prepare client statements for Account Managers in support of client collections
• Record employee\'s banked hours and expense reports
• Prepare EHT and WSIB calculations

Qualifications

• Formal post-secondary training in accounting
• 3-5 years related experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and General Accounting
• Experience with and knowledge of accounting software, MS Windows, MS Word, Internet
• Demonstrated proficiency at MS Excel functions: Subtotal, Vlookup, Pivot Table, SUMIF and formatting
• Any experience with large multi-module cloud accounting systems (especially Dynamics NAV/ MS D365 Business Central) will be considered a great asset
• Excellent English verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional team and workflow management skills
• Superb attention to detail and accuracy
• Highly reliable and deadline-driven
• Ability to work well independently and with a team
• Strong analytical, data management and problem-solving skills

How to Apply

In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Paracel Laboratories is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and all efforts to provide the appropriate accommodation will be put into place.