finance officer

Government of Canada - Central; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Canada is seeking a dedicated individual to manage payroll calculations, maintain financial records, and prepare tax returns within a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate should have a college degree in accounting and finance, along with 2 to 3 years of relevant work experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential for this role. Benefits include dental, health care, and paid time off.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have 2 to 3 years of experience in accounting.
• Knowledge of accounting software is required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll.
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements.
• Prepare tax returns and other accounting reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Ability to work independently

Education

College/CEGEP

Accounting and finance

Tools

Accounting software

Scanner

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• Accounting and finance

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work setting

• Head office
• Law firm

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
• Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
• Maintain general ledgers and financial statements
• Post journal entries
• Prepare other statistical, financial and accounting reports
• Prepare tax returns
• Prepare trial balance of books
• Reconcile accounts

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Accounting software

Equipment and machinery experience

• Scanner

Area of specialization

• Accounting

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Time management

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities