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THE POSITION The Accountant/Book Keeper performs various accounting functions and supports the administration on various financial management issues.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES *Payroll processing – enter payroll information for both bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls, enter new employee information, enter benefit payroll deductions, and preparation of Record of Employment
(ROE).*
SALARY AND BENEFITS $50,000 to $60,000 depending upon experience
- Benefits available after successful completion of a probationary period include: extended health, dental and life insurance, RRSP group plan, sick days, discretionary days, and vacation days.
EXPERIENCE and SKILLS
- Work experience in an educational environment is preferable
- Degree in accounting; professional accounting designation preferred
- College Diploma in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- Two to three years in an accounting role, preferably above the entry level
- Knowledge of Simply (Sage50) Accounting
- Ability to grasp new software programs
- Strong Excel skills, ability to produce spreadsheets for budgeting and other financial purposes
- Demonstrated record-keeping skills; ability to meet reporting and regulatory requirements
- Ability to manage the workload independently; excellent people skills; ability to deal with a range of stakeholders
- Assist in the preparation of financial statements
- Perform bank reconciliations
- Assist in the management of accounts receivable and payable
- Prepare journal entries and maintains trial balance
- Support school cash administration
- Perform other duties, as assigned
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
