We are looking for an Intermediate Accountant to join a non-profit organization in Oakville, Ontario on a Contract basis. In this role, you will support core accounting operations across payables, receivables, and period-end reporting while helping maintain accurate financial records. This opportunity is well suited to someone who brings strong attention to detail, solid technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the complete accounts payable process, including invoice review, coding, payment preparation, and record maintenance.
- Oversee end-to-end accounts receivable activities by issuing invoices, applying payments, and following up on outstanding balances.
- Prepare and post routine and adjusting journal entries to ensure the general ledger remains accurate and up to date.
- Complete monthly account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to support reliable financial reporting.
- Contribute to month-end close activities by compiling supporting schedules, reviewing balances, and preparing reports.
- Assist with year-end accounting tasks, including reconciliations, working papers, and documentation required for reporting and audit support.
- Maintain financial records within accounting systems, including Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics, while ensuring transactions are entered correctly and on time.
- Support financial statement preparation by organizing data, verifying account activity, and identifying items requiring follow-up.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience in a similar intermediate-level role.
- Hands-on experience managing both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions from start to finish.
- Strong knowledge of month-end and year-end close procedures, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Proficiency with accounting software systems, with experience using Microsoft Great Plains Dynamics considered a strong asset.
- Ability to prepare, review, and support financial statements and related reporting activities.
- Familiarity with audit support processes and the ability to provide accurate documentation when required.
- High level of accuracy, organization, and time management skills in a deadline-driven environment.
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