financial officer

Government of Canada - Central; Whitby; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented individual to manage financial records and payroll calculations. This role involves maintaining ledgers, preparing tax returns, and generating financial reports in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and strong interpersonal skills, along with proficiency in MS Office tools. If you thrive in a structured setting and have a passion for numbers, this opportunity is perfect for you to contribute to the financial integrity of a vital public service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with experience in financial record keeping.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll and fixed assets.
• Maintain financial records and reconcile accounts efficiently.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Windows

MS Word

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

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

Work setting

• School or educational institution/establishment

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare cheques for payroll
• Calculate fixed assets and depreciation
• 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

• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• MS Office

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills