Accounting clerk

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.