Accountant (Remote)

Title : Accountant

Department : Finance

Compensation : $82000 - $92000 CAD

Employment Type : Full Time

Location : Remote - Canada(Candidates based in British Columbia Alberta Manitoba Saskatchewan Ontario Nova Scotia or willing to relocate)

Time Zone : Eastern Business Hours

Who We Are :

World Education Services (WES) is a non-profit social enterprise that supports the educational economic and social inclusion of immigrants refugees and international students. For 50 years WES has set the standard for international academic credential evaluation supporting millions of people as they seek to achieve their academic and professional goals. Through decades of experience as a leader in global education WES has developed a wide range of tools to pursue social impact at scale. From evaluating academic credentials to shaping policy designing programs and providing philanthropic funding we partner with a diverse set of organizations leaders and networks to uplift individuals and drive systems change. Together with its partners WES enables people to learn work and thrive in new places. For more information about WES please visit our website at .

About the Opportunity :

The Accountant position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial and transactional data within the accounting system. This position focuses heavily on revenue reconciliation validation and process integrity related to credit card transactions refunds and receipts.

What Youll Do :

• Perform daily and monthly revenue reconciliations of cash receipts and refund transactions.
• Validate that refunds chargebacks and reversals are properly reflected in Sage or Sage Intacct
• Cross-check receipts data between internal systems bank statements and merchant processors.
• Identify and investigate discrepancies ensuring timely resolution and escalation when necessary.
• Track refund and dispute trends to detect recurring variances or process inefficiencies.
• Maintain transaction logs and support documentation for all reconciled activities.
• Review source data for accuracy and completeness before system upload or reconciliation.
• Assist with system cleanup projects ensuring consistency between operational and accounting records.
• Support accounting and finance staff in verifying data alignment between sub-ledgers and the general ledger.
• Ensure all reconciliations meet internal control and audit standards.
• Research and resolve credit card chargebacks and dispute cases by matching reference numbers to transaction files.
• Process approved refunds accurately and ensure each is properly logged in the accounting system.
• Collaborate across the Finance teams to ensure accurate reflection of receipts and refunds.
• Support the preparation of reconciliation schedules for internal and external audit requests.
• Participate in process reviews to identify ways to strengthen financial data controls and reduce reconciliation exceptions.
• Conducts monthly investment reconciliations between custodian statements internal records and the general ledger ensuring completeness accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• May work on broader accounting activities as needed
• Aligned with WES mission and values.

Your Experience :

The ideal candidate will have :

Required

Desired

What We Offer :

Joining our team at WES means embarking on a purpose-driven career with a global impact where you contribute daily to making a tangible difference in the lives of people worldwide. Youll thrive in an employee-centric environment with access to learning opportunities pathways for personal and professional development and recognition of your achievements. Our inclusive mission-driven culture values employees and focuses on investing in our people through our culture people framework and programming while offering the flexibility of remote work options.

Values :

Opportunity - We open doors so people can build better futures.

Inclusive Recruitment Process :

We welcome all applicants irrespective of their experience perfectly fitting the job description as we value diverse and innovative viewpoints. At our organization individuals who thrive in a culture of continuous learning and inclusive teamwork excel. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment where everyone feels valued respected and supported and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

Our Commitment :

At World Education Services were committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the rich tapestry of our communities both in the US and Canada. This commitment is underscored by our unwavering dedication to providing equal opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or genetics. This commitment extends to every aspect of employment from recruitment and hiring to promotions training and benefits. We comply with all applicable federal state and local anti-discrimination laws. For us diversity goes beyond compliance its about embracing unique perspectives and cultivating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.

If you encounter challenges accessing or using our career site due to a disability you may request reasonable accommodation by contacting us via email at . Our Talent Acquisition team is dedicated to supporting qualified candidates by providing solutions that can meet their needs.

Please be advised that this email address is intended to receive and respond to inquiries concerning the accessibility of the online application system and requests for assistance and accommodation during any part of the recruitment process. Résumés or applications sent to this email address will not be reviewed.

For more information about WES please visit our website at .

Key Skills

Internal Audit,Accounting Tally,General Ledger Accounting,External Audit,Microsoft Excel,PMP,Financial Accounting,Financial Analysis,Payroll,Financial Recouncilation,Financial statement,Accounting and Finance,ACCA,CPA,Financial Reporting

Department / Functional Area : Finance

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 82000 - 92000