Junior Accountant

This position will provide support to the finance department by conducting daily accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position will provide support to the Finance Department by conducting daily accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in accounting principles and able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail.The goal is to contribute to the overall efficient operation of the department and help the company to be fully aware of its’ financial condition. 

CANDIDATES SHOULD POSSESS:

• High levels of integrity and confidentiality
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Very good time management and organizational skills
• Great attention to detail
• Good understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices

CORE FUNCTIONS:

• Execute basic accounting functions to facilitate preparation of monthly/yearly  financial statements and reports
• Post and process journal entries to ensure all business transactions are recorded
• Assist in preparing year-end audit schedules
• Checking cashiers lodgment summary
• Relief cashier:

1. Process customer transactions to include the receival of payments and generating of invoices/receipts.
2. Generate and reconcile cashiers’ sales report when required.
3.  Compute and prepare lodgments for submission to the bank when required.

• Perform other administrative support roles

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pursuing ACCA Applied Skills Level Certification OR Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Working knowledge of relevant information technology systems and applications.
• Knowledge of CDK would be an asset.
• 1-2 years’ experience in a junior accounting position would be an asset.

We thank all for applying, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.