Junior Accountant

Recruitment Partners; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to assist with day-to-day accounting tasks, such as journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting in Edmonton, Canada. The ideal candidate will have a background in accounting, effective communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum 6 months of accounting or related experience.
• Pursuing CPA designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Post journal entries for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger transactions.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reconcile balance sheets and bank accounts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

Junior Accountant

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to support the financial operations. This role is responsible for performing day-to-day accounting tasks including journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and supporting budgeting and forecasting activities. The successful candidate will be organized, communicative, and attentive to detail.

Your success will be defined by your ability to :

• Post journal entries for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger transactions
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reconcile balance sheets and bank accounts
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records
• Review documents for accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
• Develop and maintain internal control procedures, including inventory management
• Complete financial reports and trend analyses for internal stakeholders
• Assist with year-end reviews, budgeting, and forecasting
• Support other accounting-related tasks as needed

Your strengths include :

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting or a related field
• Pursuing CPA designation (an asset, not required)
• Minimum 6 months of accounting or related experience (preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint)
• Experience with accounting software
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume environments
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to team success

If you are interested in this role and meet the above criteria, please click the "Apply" button to send your resume directly to Misha Bains.