Job Description
Job Description
Salary : Role
Junior Accountant
Finance at Jackman
The Finance team at Jackman is a group of highly skilled professionals responsible for the fully cycle accounting, reporting, forecasting, and other key financial operations. We move fast, collaborate closely, and deliver high-impact financial insights and controls across the business.
What youll do
Reporting to the VP of Finance & Strategic Governance, you will be responsible for a wide range of accounting duties that support day-to-day operations and the month-end close process. You will play a critical role in managing accounts payable and receivable, assisting with reporting and analysis, and also supporting the Sr. Manager, People Development on an as-needed basis..
Finance Administration
- Manage the general accounting inbox and correspondence with vendors, clients and internal employees
- Review vendor invoices and employee expense reports for accuracy, coding, and compliance with internal policies
- Ensure timely entry of all invoices and expenses into the accounting system
- Execute bi-weekly payment runs, ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors
- Assist in preparing and reviewing client contracts as needed
- Respond to inquiries from internal teams regarding invoice status, expense policies, and general financial information
- Maintain and update accurate employee records in coordination with HR, ensuring data integrity and compliance with company policies and employment legislation
- Serve as a first point of contact for employees on day-to-day finance and operations questions, escalating more complex matters as needed
- Support ad hoc projects across finance and HR, contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency.
Accounts Payable & Receivable (AR / AR)
Perform full-cycle accounts payable : code, process, and reconcile vendor invoicesMonitor and maintain the accounts receivable ledger, including client billing schedules and monthly invoicing (retainers, travel, and ad hoc billings)Follow up on outstanding receivables and monitor aging reportsEscalate overdue accounts when necessary and support collections processRecord customer payments and post cash receipts in a timely mannerEnsure accurate revenue cut-off through proper month-end accrual and deferral entries.Month-End Reconciliation & Close
Perform bank and credit card reconciliations on a monthly basisReconcile variable labour spend and other project-related expensesPrepare ad hoc reconciliations of income statement and balance sheet accounts, including suspense and clearing accountsAssist in the full month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reportingReporting, Forecasting & Analysis
Conduct monthly general ledger reviews and variance analysisPrepare departmental reports with commentary for internal stakeholdersSupport P&L reporting, including actuals vs. budget / forecast comparisonsAssist with ad hoc internal or external reporting requestsSupport the annual budgeting process and mid-year forecastsAssist with year-end review engagement including preparation of working papers and tax requirementsAssistance with annual insurance renewals and compliance activitiesIdentify opportunities for process improvements within the finance functionSupport other teams with financial information and budget trackingWhat we are looking for
Degree in Finance or AccountingActively working toward a CPA designation1-2 years of experience in a finance or accounting roleAdvanced Excel skillsProven prioritization, time management and project management skillsTeam player with strong problem-solving skills and a can do attitudeStrong communication skillsExperience with accounting or ERP systems (Advantage, or similar)Prior knowledge of Concur, Bamboo and Workfront is an assetWhy Youll Love Working at Jackman
We're a diverse team : strategists, creative directors, marketers, graphic designers, architects, research analysts, writers, IT wizards, user experience designers and digital analytics experts. We're also bakers, marathon runners, coffee roasters, dog lovers, thrill- seekers, bookworms, business owners, treasure hunters, musicians and oyster shuckers.
We love tackling big challenges, sharing whats new over Slack spam, and hanging out with one another. Here are some of the other things people love about Jackman :
Competitive compensation including annual bonus opportunityBenefits and perks include sabbatical, birthdays off, wellness offerings and plenty of othersFlexible working arrangementsInternal development and training plus financial support for external opportunitiesWeekly socials and awesome team eventsHQ in downtown Toronto with waterfront viewsWear what you like to workwithin reasonBring your dog to workAt Jackman, we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and accessible. We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without discrimination. Please let us know if accommodation for the recruitment / interview process is required and we will work with you to make sure your needs are met.