financial officer

Government of Canada - Central; Whitby; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking an experienced Accounting Clerk to join their team in Whitby, Ontario. The successful candidate will be responsible for payroll calculations, financial record maintenance, and preparing necessary financial reports. Ideal candidates will have a background in Mathematics or Accounting and experience with bookkeeping systems. This is an on-site role, with no remote options available.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of related experience in financial record keeping.
• Proficiency in accounting principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare payroll cheques.
• Maintain financial records and various accounts.
• Prepare tax returns and reconcile accounts.

Skills

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

Manual and computerized bookkeeping systems

Education

College/CEGEP in Mathematics or Accounting

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• Mathematics, general
• Accounting
• Finance, general

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Asset languages

• Chinese

Work setting

• School or educational institution/establishment

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• Tight deadlines

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills