GL Accountant – Temp/Contract

Tabor Village; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tabor Village is seeking a GL Accountant on a six-month temporary contract to support financial operations during the implementation and transition to a new financial system. The role involves maintaining the general ledger, subledgers and assisting with data validation, reconciliations and process improvements related to the migration.

Under the direction of the Finance Director, responsibilities include coordinating with AP/AR/Payroll, preparing reconciliations, and assisting with monthly

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in accounting or related role
• Experience with general ledger and month-end close processes
• Familiarity with financial systems and data validation

Responsibilities

• Maintain General Ledger and subledgers during the transition to the new financial system
• Perform data validation, reconciliations and process improvements
• Coordinate with AP/AR/Payroll to ensure timely journal postings
• Prepare and reconcile benefit expense allocations and other GL reconciliations
• Monitor cash balances and advise on transfers as needed
• Support monthly financial statement preparation and audit requests
• Assist with system migration testing and controls documentation
• Provide coverage for finance team as required

Skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Regular attendance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Relevant education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

This is a temporary contract position for six months for project implementation.

JOB TITLE: GL Accountant – Temp

DEPARTMENT: Finance

REPORTS TO: Director of Finance

Tabor Village offers a supportive a supportive, team environment that cares for our staff every day.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Finance Director, the GL Accountant is a 6 month contract position established to support the organization’s financial operations during the implementation and transition to a new financial system. The position is responsible for maintaining the General Ledger and subledgers, and assisting with data validation, reconciliations and process improvements related to the system migration.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinating with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll staff to ensure timely journal posting required to achieve financial close, escalating issues or delays to the Finance Director as appropriate.
• Supporting the implementation and transition to a new financial system by validating financial data, testing system outputs and assisting with data reconciliation
• Preparing and reconciling benefit expense allocations and other recurring GL ledger reconciliations
• Monitoring Cash Balances and making recommendations on transfer of balances.
• Providing relief coverage for finance team members as required
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Monthly account reconciliations including investigating discrepancies.
• Identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities including documenting of controls.
• Assisting with audit requests and other financial analyses as required
• Other tasks and duties as required

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent and relevant education.
• At least 2 years’ experienc

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of current applicable legislation and professional standards.
• Ability to analyze, plan and manage within fiscal, physical, and human resource constraints
• Working knowledge of computerized financial and accounting systems.
• Strong skills with Microsoft Office programs with emphasis in Excel
• Ability to develop and maintain effective interpersonal and productive working relationships and to communicate in a cooperative and responsive manner.
• Thrive in a Team environment.
• Demonstrated initiative in keeping abreast of advances in accounting and information technology services through active participation in continuing education and professional self-development.
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Ability to provide a clear Criminal Record Check

Working Conditions

• Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, office-based
• Fast-paced work requires attention to detail while subject to frequent interruptions