Junior Staff Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Record and manage routine accounting transactions.

• Assist in the preparation and posting of journal entries.

• Execute assigned bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and general ledger reconciliations.

• Detect discrepancies and work with senior team members to resolve them.

• Maintain thorough and accurate supporting documentation.

• Process vendor invoices and secure necessary approvals.

• Assist in preparing vendor payments.

• Keep vendor records and supporting documentation current.

• Address routine vendor inquiries and assist in resolving billing discrepancies.

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.

• Prepare basic account reconciliations and related schedules.

• Aid the accounting team in generating financial reports and responding to data requests.

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting tasks.

• Gather and organize documentation for internal and external audits.

• Participate in interim and annual audit procedures as required.

• Adhere to accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Maintain comprehensive and precise accounting records.

• Develop a solid understanding of applicable accounting standards and company procedures.

• Engage in accounting and finance projects.

• Cross-train with finance team members.

• Provide general accounting and administrative assistance.

• Take on additional responsibilities as knowledge and experience grow.

⛳️ Requirements

• College diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.

• 0–2 years of experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or a related field; relevant internships and co-op programs will be considered.

• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.

• Familiarity with accounting software or an ERP is advantageous.

• Experience with Sage Intacct, Ramp, HubSpot, or similar systems is a plus but not mandatory.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Capability to manage multiple priorities at once and meet deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

• Willingness to learn and grow in the position.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.

• Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, work location, and other job-related factors.

• Automated tools or artificial intelligence may be utilized to screen or assess applications.