accounting assistant

Job ID

73827

Job Title

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT (II)

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Location

HSC- Central Campus

Open Date

01/27/2026

Job Type

Continuing

Close Date

02/09/2026

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

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Department

Medicine

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Grade 5

Salary Range

$ $34.04 (hourly)

Job Code

JD0651

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm

Education Level

2-year Community College diploma in Accounting or a related field of study.

Career Level

Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

Anticipated Fill Date

As soon as possible

Existing Vacancy?

Yes

Job Description Number

JD00651

Job Description

Unit Summary:

The Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Transfusion Research (MCTR) is an academic research centre based at McMaster University. The Centre is dedicated to improving health outcomes for both blood transfusion recipients and blood donors, while also ensuring the safety and sustainability of the blood supply. MCTR's diverse research portfolio includes clinical trials, large-scale database studies, and laboratory-based discovery science.

Reporting to the Budget & Financial Analyst, the Accounting Assistant will provide support for the financial and administrative operations of MCTR. This role is integral to the smooth functioning of the Centre, assisting with billing, account collections, financial transactions, data entry, and administrative support of Centre activities.

Job Summary:

The Accounting Assistant (II) will be responsible for applying a thorough knowledge and understanding of accounting policies and procedures to process financial transactions. This position records, classifies and summarizes accounting data according to established procedures. The successful incumbent ensures accuracy and

compliance with existing guidelines, policies, and procedures, and provides guidance and training to staff on proper accounting procedures and the use of financial systems.

Accountabilities:

• Perform various analyses and reconciliations of accounts.
• Provide training and guidance to others on relevant accounting procedures and the use of financial systems.
• Generate reports and account statements and review for accuracy.
• Calculate, prepare and issue invoices, cheques, account statements and other financial statements according to established procedures.
• Receive, send, sort, verify, process and prepare various documents such as purchase orders, invoices, cheque requisitions, receivables, and payables.
• Process, verify, and balance financial records and business transactions, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Investigate discrepancies using established procedures.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing backup documentation related to audit items.
• Monitor and reconcile statements and participate in the reconciliation of accounts.
• Prepare and generate a variety of scheduled and ad hoc reports.
• Update, maintain, and verify information in a variety of spreadsheets and databases.
• Balance and control cash receipts, including floats, petty cash and cheques.
• Write a variety of formal notes and records using form letters and templates.
• Apply standard mathematical skills such as calculations, formulas, and equations to perform routine calculations.
• Answer inquiries via telephone, email, and in person that are specific in nature.
• Maintain filing systems, both electronic and hard copy.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 2-year Community College diploma in Accounting or a related field of study.
• Requires 3 years of relevant experience.
• The following is also an asset:
• Passion for accounting, finance, business administration or operations.
• Experience with billing procedures, invoice processing, & account reconciliation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational and time management skills.

Additional Information

To apply for this position eligible applicants should submit the following in one PDF document:

• Cover letter summarizing your relevant experience

• Resume

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the "Dish With One Spoon" wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster's commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

• Human Resources Service Centre at ext. 222-HR , or
• Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
• School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Vaccination Mandate - FHS

This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.

AI Statement

McMaster and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment platform does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process.