accounting clerk

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

Work setting

• Private sector
• Construction

Responsibilities

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
• Prepare payroll
• Invoice clients
• Collect payments from debtors
• Assess fixed assets and depreciation
• Perform financial calculations, such as costing and budgeting
• Store, update and retrieve financial data
• Perform clerical duties, such as maintain filing and record systems
• Perform general office duties
• Organize and maintain inventory
• Prepare financial statements and reports
• Prepare reports
• Manage cash

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Quick Books
• Spreadsheet
• MS Excel
• MS Word

Area of specialization

• Accounting

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Large workload
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Ability to multitask
• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Quick learner
• Versatility
• Resourcefulness
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus