Accounting Assistant

Aplin

Mississauga

On-site

CAD 34,440 - 45,460

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Compensation: $25 to $33/hour

2 weeks on-site training

Potential for contract extension

Job summary

A leading employment agency in Mississauga seeks an Accounting Administrator for a 3-month contract with potential for extension. Responsibilities include month-end analysis, journal entries, and maintaining schedules. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Business or Accounting and be pursuing CPA designation. Competitive compensation of $25 to $33/hour offered, with a hybrid work model after initial training.

Qualifications

2–3 years of full-cycle accounting experience from a corporate environment.
Strong knowledge of month-end processes.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain occupancy prepaid and provision schedules; investigate reconciliation issues.
Conduct month-end analysis: occupancy, payroll, accruals, allocations.
Prepare journal entries and cost allocations across stores.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Full-cycle accounting experience

Knowledge of GAAP

Familiarity with JD Edwards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting

Enrolled or pursuing CPA designation

Job description

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Our client in Mississauga, ON a leader in their field, is looking for a Accounting Administrator to join their high-performing team. This is a 3-month contract with potential for an extension or to go permanent.

Benefits & Perks:

Compensation: $25 to $33/hour
Please note, 2 weeks on-site training and then moved to a hybrid model (few times a month at the client’s Mississauga, ON office)
Contract: 3 month contract with potential for an extension or to go permanent.
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (37.5 hours/week, 1-hour lunch)

Responsibilities:

Opportunity to work closely with cross-functional teams including Real Estate and Operations
Maintain occupancy prepaid and provision schedules; investigate reconciliation issues with Real Estate
Conduct month-end analysis: occupancy, payroll, accruals, allocations, and G&A accounts
Prepare journal entries and cost allocations across stores and cost centers
Review and reconcile GL accounts; analyze and resolve discrepancies
Upload and review bi-weekly payroll and benefits files for accuracy
Prepare month-end payroll accruals and adjustments with the Operational Finance team
Perform variance analysis vs. budget/forecast for internal stakeholders
Assist with weekly P&L reporting and prepare ad hoc financial reports
Document and improve accounting procedures and processes
Support additional duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting
Enrolled or pursuing CPA designation (required)
2–3 years of full-cycle accounting experience from a corporate environment – preferably retail
Familiarity with enterprise accounting software (JD Edwards is an asset)
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end processes
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.

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