Accounting Assistant

Job description:

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently looking to hire an ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT for our client in South East Edmonton, AB. (Part Time)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting & Payroll Assistant to support core functions in accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and project job costing. This role ensures accurate payroll processing, recordkeeping and supports financial operations in a collaborative office environment.

This position reports to the VP of Finance and works independently on assigned accounting and payroll responsibilities.

9:00 AM 3:00 PM, Monday thru Friday

100% On site role NOT Remote or Hybrid

Compensation target $25-$27/hour (Open to hearing from those outside of this range)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Payroll & HR Support

• Process bi-weekly payroll, including reviewing outputs and initiating EFTs.
• Maintain accurate employee records (absences, vacation, wage changes, etc.).
• Manage onboarding and offboarding tasks, including ROEs and benefits updates.
• Prepare annual T4s, and respond to verification of employment requests.
• Update insurance and payroll systems with wage changes as required.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Code and enter invoices for job-costing and non-project-related expenses.
• Ensure project-related invoices are approved by project managers before processing.
• Assist with T5 preparation and other financial reporting.
• Provide support to project managers with financial documentation as needed.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in accounting or a related field.
• 510 years of hands-on experience in accounting and payroll administration.
• Knowledge of Canadian payroll practices and CRA requirements.
• Experience with Sage 300 and Microsoft Office is strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to follow procedures and meet deadlines consistently

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen; background check may be required.

Ready to discuss? Connect today to learn more!

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to misty@indemand.ca.

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Work Conditions

• Part-time position (2835 hours/week).
• Occasional periods of high workload during payroll processing.
• Standard office environment with minimal physical demands.

Salary Type : Hourly

Salary Min : CA$ 25

Salary Max : CA$ 27

Currency Type : CAD