ACCOUNTING CLERK

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join a growing team located in Hamilton, ON.

Position : Accounting Clerk

Location : Hamilton

Type : 6 months contract, could extend to 12.

Do you have experience with AP and AR?

Do you have experience with month-end support including reconciliations and taxes?

Are you proficient with MS Excel?

If you answered yes to these questions, look no further, we have the right position for you!

To apply, please send your resume to [email protected] today in MS Word document format.

Advantages

In this Accounting Clerk role in Hamilton, you will have the following benefits :

• 6 months contract with the potential to extend for another 6 months
• Highly competitive pay rate of $22-25 based on experience.
• Work from home 2-3 days per week.
• Free parking on site, highly accessible by the major highways and free parking accessible.
• Optional benefits plan with Securian for Health, Dental, and Life Insurance.
• Udemy - free online professional training to enhance your skills.

Responsibilities

In this Accounting Clerk role in Hamilton, you will have the following responsibilities :

• Assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including invoice processing, posting transactions, and reconciling accounts.
• Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with contract terms and billing requirements.
• Process vendor invoices, verify accuracy, and facilitate timely payments while adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or outstanding issues promptly.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and documentation, including filing and organizing invoices, receipts, and other accounting documents.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and assisting with financial reporting tasks.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, procurement, and operations, to ensure accurate and efficient processing of financial transactions.
• Respond to inquiries from internal stakeholders and external vendors regarding billing, payments, and account balances in a professional and timely manner.
• Stay informed about changes in accounting regulations and industry best practices to ensure compliance and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

We are looking for the following for this Accounting Clerk role located in Hamilton :

• A minimum of 1 year of accounting experience is required.
• A post-graduate diploma or degree in either business administration or accounting is required.
• Strong experience with MS Excel including pivot tables and v-lookups.
• Strong communication is required for this role.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team.

Summary

If this job is for you, please contact me at [email protected]!

If you do not have the qualifications for this role but you have a minimum of 6 months of experience in accounting / finance / payroll and you are located in the Greater Toronto Area, please contact me as I may have another role suitable for you!

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees.

In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary / gender non-conforming;

Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle.

We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.

ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.