Accountant

This role is a 3 months contractual position with possibility of extension. 
Accountabilities and Detailed Activity
• Accounts Payable/Receivable function and administration. Including corporate expenses, A/P, A/R.
• Assist in researching, tracking, and resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare, balance and complete cheque runs for various vendors.
• Maintain various records, spreadsheets, and documents.
• Prepare financial statements and notes.
• Assist with month-end, year-end financial close process to ensure accuracy and completion.
• Complete journal entries, balance sheet preparation, and reconciliations.
• Prepare GST/HST returns for filing with the government.
• Support financial processes, P&L and balance sheet reviews, weekly cheques and wires review and approvals.
• Assist in audits, preparation of audit work papers and year end audit packages.
• Provide and ensure accuracy of coding for all payables; ensure proper supporting documents are attached and that departmental approval is provided.
• Adhere to all policies and follow established procedures.
• Assist in the quarterly/annual reporting, where required.
• Assist in the annual budgeting, where required.