Junior Accountant (6-Month Contract)

Greentank; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company in Toronto is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support accounts receivable and payable processes. The role involves managing vendor invoices, generating sales invoices, and performing monthly reconciliations while assisting in month-end close activities. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one year of accounting experience. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and a dynamic team culture.

Benefits

Custom built modern workspace

Innovative team culture

Hybrid work (3 days in office)

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of accounting experience in a similar role.
• Strong technical, analytical skills, and computer proficiency.
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage all vendor invoices in the accounting system.
• Liaise with and respond to vendor inquiries.
• Work closely with internal department heads for invoice approvals.
• Maintain supporting documents for audits.
• Generate sales invoices promptly.
• Perform daily cash management duties.
• Support accounts receivables by following up on overdue payments.
• Assist with month-end close activities.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Computer proficiency

Tact and discretion

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor's or Graduate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Business Administration

Job description

Role Summary

The Junior Accountant will support the accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, assist with month-end close activities, and perform general accounting duties such as preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.

This is a 6-month contract role. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage all vendor invoices in the accounting system, accurately code and maintain source documents
• Liaises with and respond to all vendor related inquiries
• Work closely with internal department heads to obtain approval for invoices
• Maintain and organize all supporting documents for audit and reference purposes
• Generate and issue sales invoices to customers in a timely manner
• Perform daily cash management duties, including the recording of bank deposits, updating and distribution of cash receipt logs, and posting of cash to the accounts receivable sub-ledger
• Support the accounts receivables process by following up on overdue payments
• Monthly reconciliation of company credit card
• Assist the Finance & Accounting team with month-end close process
• Other duties and projects as assigned

Formal Education or Equivalent

• Bachelor's or a Graduate's Degree in accounting, finance, business, or business administration

Years of Experience

• A minimum of one year of accounting experience in a similar role

Competencies

• Adaptability: Adapts to new methods and processes and suggests improvements to processes, particularly in administrative and customer service tasks
• Supportive Role: Supports team members effectively, ensuring smooth operations and clear communication
• Task Completion: Completes tasks accurately and efficiently, particularly in administrative duties and delivers high-quality work
• Ethical Conduct: Adheres to ethical standards, demonstrating honesty and transparency in all interactions with every stakeholder. Adheres to company policies. Demonstrates reliability and trustworthiness, especially in handling sensitive information.
• Inclusive Attitude: Demonstrates an inclusive attitude, promoting a welcoming a respectful environment for all stakeholders
• Reliability: Consistently owns work streams and meets deadlines

Specialized skills, knowledge, or certifications unique to this role

• Strong technical, analytical skills, and computer proficiency
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information
• Self-driven and proactive nature

• Salary: $24/hour
• Hybrid Work (3 Days in Office)
• Custom built modern workspace in the heart of Liberty Village
• A highly innovative and enjoyable team culture

Greentank is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about providing a safe workplace where everyone is accepted and has the opportunity to grow with us. We are committed to making diversity and inclusivity part of our culture!