Junior Accountant

Periphery Digital Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 28,233 - 41,409; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Flexible on-demand schedule

Fully remote work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A growing digital marketing agency is seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to join their finance team remotely. This role involves managing invoicing, bookkeeping, and financial reporting, making it ideal for someone early in their accounting career. Candidates should have a relevant degree and preferably 1-2 years of experience in accounting. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and the flexibility of working from anywhere, contributing to a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in accounting preferred.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles necessary.
• Proficiency with accounting software like QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and manage accounts payable/receivable.
• Reconcile financial transactions and prepare reports.
• Support budget tracking and year-end audit preparation.

Skills

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Excel/Google Sheets

Communication skills

Education

Advanced Student or Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

Scoro

Job description

About Periphery Digital

Periphery Digital is a digital marketing agency that helps brands grow through strategic media planning, creative production, and data-driven insights. We're looking for a Junior Accountant to join our finance team and support our day-to-day accounting operations.

Position Overview

Location: Remote (Argentina preferred)

Employment Type: Contractor (Hourly)

We're seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Accountant to support our finance operations on an on-demand basis. This hourly contractor role is ideal for someone early in their accounting career who wants to develop their skills in a fast-paced digital agency environment. You\'ll work closely with our Financial Operations Supervisor and finance team to maintain accurate financial records, support reporting processes, and ensure compliance with accounting standards as needed

Basic Function

The Junior Accountant is responsible for supporting day-to-day finance operations including invoicing, PO creation, accounts payable and receivable, bookkeeping, reconciliations, and reporting on an on-demand basis. This role ensures the accuracy of financial records and contributes to monthly reporting under the guidance of the Financial Operations Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

Invoicing, PO creation, AR/ AP, Collections & Software Management

• Process invoices for clients and POs for vendors using Scoro.
• Process supplier bills and contractor payments using: QuickBooks, Plooto and Float.
• Set up vendor and payment profiles in finance systems
• Maintain organized records of all AP transactions
• Monitor payment schedules and ensure timely processing

Bookkeeping & Reconciliation

• Record financial transactions into ledgers accurately and promptly
• Reconcile accounts including credit cards, bank statements, and prepaid expenses
• Prepare monthly working papers and assist with journal entries
• Send out collections reminders to overdue clients
• Maintain filing systems for financial documents

Reporting Support

• Support budget tracking and variance analysis
• Prepare basic financial reports as needed

Compliance & Tax Support

• Support year-end audit preparation by organizing working papers
• Collect and archive financial statements and supporting documents
• Ensure all documentation follows established procedures

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Advanced Student or Associate\'s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Preferably 1-2 years of experience in accounting
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks experience preferred)
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills
• Comfortable learning new software and digital tools
• Basic understanding of AI tools like ChatGPT

Core Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently and ask questions when needed
• Comfortable working in a remote, digital-first environment

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience - USD 15- 22/ hour
• Flexible on-demand schedule
• Fully remote work environment
• Opportunity to grow your accounting career in a dynamic agency setting
• Exposure to digital marketing industry operations
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Professional development opportunities
• Access to modern accounting and AI tools

Equal Opportunity Employer

Periphery Digital is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability.