Accounting Assistant

For Candidates living in Guelph or Cambridge Area

Perform monthly balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations for the companies in the group.

Check Invoices and make Payments to Vendors.
Reconcile Vendors
Check and prepare payroll summary of hours
Process payroll
Prepare and execute journal entries
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations in Quickbooks
Post Receipts and Payments in Quickbooks
File HST Returns for companies of the Group
Process Payroll for employees of the Group via Quickbooks
Assist with monthly close processes
Investigate and resolve account discrepancies
Maintain accruals and prepaid expenses
Maintain documentation for and assist with annual audits
Review financial statements
Meet processing and reporting deadlines
Assist and support other accounting staff as needed
Other duties as assigned by Management
Should have good knowledge of Quickbooks
We are considering applications from candidates with: A finance or accounting background 2-3 years of accounting experience preferred Knowledge of Quick Books essentially required. Working knowledge of tax laws, filing of GST return etc. A high level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (required), with intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel, with demonstrated interest and ability to learn new systems Strong time management and organizational skills Quick study, willing to learn, and attention to details Ability to consistently handle multiple concurrent priorities Dependable and accurate in carrying out responsibilities to a successful conclusion

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.20-$17.25 per hour

Schedule:

Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:

Guelph, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Bookkeeping: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

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