Accounting clerk

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• Private sector

Tasks

• Prepare general ledger
• Prepare journal entry
• Manage accounts receivable
• Manage accounts payable
• Prepare trial balance
• Open and close books for auditors
• Prepare bank reconciliations
• Review on the behaviour with regard to deposits and withdrawals, overdraws, defaults, dishonoured payments and spending patterns
• Invoice clients
• Store, update and retrieve financial data
• Perform clerical duties, such as maintain filing and record systems
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Prepare reports
• Manage cash

Computer and technology knowledge

• Word processing software
• Quattro Pro
• Accounting software
• Electronic mail
• Spreadsheet
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• Internet

Area of specialization

• Accounting

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Ability to multitask
• Accurate
• Organized
• Reliability
• Quick learner
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you live near the job location?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Wellness program