Part Time Junior Accountant

South Asian Autism Awareness Centre; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

The South Asian Autism Awareness Centre is seeking a part-time Junior Accountant to manage accounts receivable and payable, ensuring accuracy in invoicing and record maintenance. The ideal candidate will have post-secondary education in accounting and at least one year of experience. This role offers an opportunity to work within a dedicated team while contributing to a meaningful cause in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in accounting or bookkeeping preferred.
• Experience with accounting software like QuickBooks is a plus.
• Familiarity with accounts receivable and payable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely invoicing to customers.
• Prepare A/P report weekly and maintain organized transaction records.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain up-to-date financial records.

Skills

Basic Accounting Knowledge

Software Proficiency

Data Entry Accuracy

Reconciliation and Reporting

Organization and Time Management

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Job description

SAAAC Autism Centre - Main Office, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, June 9, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Position: Junior Accountant

Location: SAAAC Autism Centre, 705 Progress Ave, Toronto, ON

Reporting to: Senior Financial Accountant

Type: Part Time - 22.5 hours a week

Salary: $25/hour

Invoicing & Managing A/R:

• Ensure accurate and timely invoicing to customers
• Collaborate with clinical supervisors to ensure invoicing follows OAP guidelines
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of invoicing and collection activities
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on overdue accounts – weekly
• Prepare A/R reports and provide reports to departments to follow up
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies or disputes using our client data base software - Penelope
• Process payments in person & set up clients for automatic billing

Payments & Managing A/P:

• Maintain organized records and documentation of transactions
• Prepare A/P report weekly for manager to make payments
• Process Amazon purchases made by senior managers while following company guidelines

Accounting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records by performing weekly bank and Visa statement reconciliations, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded and discrepancies are promptly addressed
• Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring proper documentation and accuracy.
• Creating Reports from client database software to support senior management in decision making
• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.

Skills

• Basic Accounting Knowledge:
  • Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, debits, credits, and reconciliations.
  • Familiarity with financial statements (e.g., income statement, balance sheet).
• Software Proficiency:
  • Experience with accounting software like QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage is a plus
  • Beginner/Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Data Entry Accuracy:
  • Ability to input financial data with speed and precision.
  • Awareness of common errors and how to troubleshoot them.
• Reconciliation and Reporting:
  • Familiarity with reconciling bank accounts is a plus

Soft Skills

• Organization and Time Management:
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines during busy periods like month-end close.
  • Keeping financial records well-organized for audits or reviews.
• Communication:
  • Clear communication with colleagues, vendors, or clients.
• Willingness to learn new systems and adapt to changes in procedures.
• In-Depth training of Quickbooks Online and all of its features
• Use of Excel for financial data management (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis).
• Recording daily transactions (e.g., sales, purchases, payroll) in a professional setting
• Bank and credit card reconciliation practices
• Handling accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR)
• Learning Processes regarding creating and reviewing invoices, expense reports, and other financial documents.
• Fundamentals on financial statement analysis (e.g., balance sheet, income statement)
• Identifying and correcting discrepancies in financial data.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or currently enrolled in an accounting program).
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative finance role preferred.
• Experience working in a non-profit or healthcare setting is considered an asset.
• Foundational knowledge of accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., formulas, basic pivot tables).
• Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, or Sage is an asset.
• Experience using client database systems (e.g., Penelope) is a plus.
• Understanding of accounts receivable (A/R), accounts payable (A/P), and basic reconciliation practices.

Organizational & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; able to manage competing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies independently.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Comfortable working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including clinical and administrative staff.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial data with discretion.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work on-site
• Availability for 25 hours per week with flexibility during peak reporting periods.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

The SAAAC Autism Centre welcomes and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities. We are committed to providing accommodations upon request to candidates participating in all stages of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact Sandrine Theva at [e-mail] .

Please Note: SAAAC Autism Centre may use AI-powered tools to assist in the initial screening of applications. These tools are designed to evaluate qualifications based on the requirements outlined in the job posting. We encourage all candidates to carefully review the qualifications and ensure their resumes reflect their relevant skills and experiences.

SAAAC Autism Centre - Main Office, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada