We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join a busy finance team in Etobicoke, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is well suited to someone with hands-on experience in both payables and receivables who can manage high-volume transactions with accuracy and professionalism. The successful candidate will support day-to-day accounting operations, maintain organized financial records, and contribute to smooth month-end and audit activities.

Responsibilities:
• Manage supplier invoices by reviewing coding, entering transactions into the accounting system, and assigning costs to the appropriate programs or accounts.
• Assist with payment processing by preparing cheque-related documentation, coordinating cheque distribution to vendors, and maintaining complete payable records.
• Communicate with vendors and customers to investigate billing issues, resolve discrepancies, and support timely payment collection.
• Prepare client invoices, track outstanding balances, and update receivable records to ensure payments are recorded accurately across cash, cheque, and credit card transactions.
• Reconcile subledger activity and account balances, helping to confirm that financial entries are complete, accurate, and properly posted.
• Support month-end and year-end activities by preparing journal entries, organizing documentation for external auditors, and assisting with financial reporting requirements.
• Produce client fee letters, donation tax receipts, and other finance-related correspondence as needed while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.
• Archive financial documents in accordance with record-keeping practices and provide general administrative support to the accounting function.
• Contribute to a safe and compliant workplace by following organizational health and safety procedures and reporting concerns or incidents appropriately.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting support role with exposure to both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities.
• Practical knowledge of account coding, reconciliations, and core accounting processes in a transactional finance environment.
• Experience using accounting software, including Dynamics NAV or closely related Microsoft Dynamics platforms.
• Ability to process invoices, payments, and journal entries with strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Comfortable following up on outstanding accounts, resolving payment discrepancies, and providing detail-oriented service to vendors and clients.
• Proficiency in maintaining organized financial records and handling confidential information responsibly.
• Strong communication and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

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