Accounting Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in Grimsby, Ontario. This role is ideal for someone with foundational accounting experience who is eager to further develop their skills in the utilities/infrastructure industry. The Accounting Assistant will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, performing reconciliations, and supporting monthly and year-end accounting processes.Responsibilities:- Prepare and post journal entries, including recurring entries, to ensure accurate financial records.- Generate cash flow reports and reconcile them with the general ledger.- Record and manage all bank transactions to maintain up-to-date records.- Perform project closures for internal and customer-related activities.- Track fixed assets and create detailed depreciation schedules.- Complete monthly reconciliations for general ledger accounts, including cash, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory, accruals, deferrals, revenues, expenses, and work orders.- Assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reports.- Investigate discrepancies in accounting records and create audit-ready working papers.- Take on additional accounting tasks such as month-end and year-end activities to support departmental operations.- Contribute to special projects or other duties as assigned to ensure smooth financial processes.- Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, with a willingness to learn and grow.- Strong educational background in accounting or finance.- Proficiency with accounting software systems and Microsoft Excel.- Knowledge of key accounting functions, including accounts payable, reconciliations, and journal entries.- Ability to process payments and manage daily cash flow effectively.- Familiarity with credit, collections, debits, and other financial processes.- Strong analytical skills to investigate discrepancies and ensure accuracy.- Excellent organizational and communication skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.3195. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.© 2025 Robert Half. By clicking "Apply," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.