We are looking for an experienced Accountant to join our client’s team in Toronto, Ontario on a Contract basis. This position supports core accounting operations four days per week in an in-office setting, with a focus on accurate reconciliations, financial record maintenance, and timely data processing. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound attention to detail, and confidence working with financial systems and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities:
• Complete month-end balance sheet and bank reconciliations to support accurate financial statement preparation.
• Enter and maintain financial data with a high degree of accuracy across accounting records and related systems.
• Process accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices and preparing payments in line with internal controls.
• Support payroll-related accounting tasks and assist with the accurate recording of compensation transactions.
• Use Excel and accounting platforms to analyze records, track discrepancies, and prepare routine financial reports.
• Work with systems such as Salesforce, Concur, and ERP tools to update information and support day-to-day accounting workflows.
• Investigate variances and resolve outstanding items to help ensure month-end close is completed on schedule.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience in a hands-on finance or bookkeeping environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform reconciliations, including monthly bank and general ledger reconciliations.
• Practical experience with accounts payable, invoice processing, data entry, and financial statement support.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and comfort working in multiple accounting or enterprise software systems.
• Familiarity with tools such as Salesforce, Concur, ADP, or similar financial and payroll platforms.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage priorities in an in-office setting.
• Availability to work Monday through Thursday for approximately 32 to 36 hours per week.

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