Accounting Clerk

Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: Bilingual
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
**Work setting**:

- Private sector
- Construction
**Tasks**:

- Prepare journal entry
- Manage accounts receivable
- Manage accounts payable
- Open and close books for auditors
- Prepare bank reconciliations
- Prepare payroll
- Invoice clients
- Store, update and retrieve financial data
- Perform clerical duties, such as maintain filing and record systems
- Perform general office duties
- Prepare reports
**Computer and technology knowledge**:

- Accounting software
- Electronic mail
- Simply Accounting
- Spreadsheet
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- Internet
- MS Windows
**Area of specialization**:

- Accounting
**Transportation/travel information**:

- Own transportation
**Work conditions and physical capabilities**:

- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Attention to detail
**Personal suitability**:

- Ability to multitask
- Accurate
- Excellent oral communication
- Organized
- Reliability
- Quick learner
- Resourcefulness
- Team player
**Screening questions**:

- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
**Health benefits**:

- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
**Financial benefits**:

- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
**Other benefits**:

- Free parking available
- Learning/training paid by employer
- On-site recreation and activities
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Wellness program