Accountant

We are actively seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accountant to support critical financial operations on-site at our client's downtown Toronto office. This contract role (3-6 months, with potential to become permanent) offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic finance team responsible for maintaining the general ledger, reconciling accounts, participating in month- and year-end close, and supporting audit processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the general ledger and accounting systems, including preparing and posting journal entries, and performing reconciliations
• Record daily trust transactions in accounting systems and sub-ledgers
• Perform accounts payable and accounts receivable reconciliations
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely financial reporting
• Provide support to the servicing administrator’s trust accounting group
• Assist with annual audits of funds and corporate entities
• Support the Finance department with various ad-hoc requests and projects
• Utilize QuickBooks Online (potential future transition to Sage 300)

• 2+ years of full-cycle accounting experience required
• Preference for those with prior experience working in an Asset Management Firm
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or a related discipline.
• Accounting designation (CPA, CA, CMA, or CGA) is an asset - or actively pursuing
• Strong attention to detail, self-motivation, and a commitment to quality
• Effective team player with a willingness to learn and take ownership
• Strong knowledge of the MS Office Suite, with intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Experience working with multiple legal entities, and familiarity with audit/financial reporting requirements
• Analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

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