Junior Accountant; Wattpad

Position: Junior Accountant (Wattpad)
# Junior Accountant (Wattpad) at Wattpad
** Location
* * Toronto, Ontario
** Details
* * Full-time
** Posted
* * Jun 03, 2026

Apply on company site →Direct apply link, refreshed by the daily generator.## About the Role Manage AR/AP, journal entries, month-end close## About Wattpad Global online storytelling platform, strong growth prospects## Full Description
* We are looking for a Junior Accountant to join Wattpad’s accounting team
* You will be a key contributor in our accounts receivable cycle
* As a member of the accounting team, you will utilize your A+ relationship building skills to partner with our vendors and employees to ensure compliance to our policies & procedures and an overall positive & smooth interaction
* Billing (sales orders & invoicing) administration in accordance with accurate interpretation of customer contracts and effectively communicating with our various lines of business to gather required information
* AR payment application and collections follow-up with customers, including troubleshooting and escalation as needed
* Conduct AR payment variance analysis and perform reconciliations to identify outstanding balances, unapplied cash, short payments, and payment trends
* Ensure proper recognition of revenue and cost of sales according to accounting standards and company policies
* Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations
* Work cross-functionally with U.S. and Korea HQ consolidation and accounting teams to support group reporting, intercompany processes, and policy alignment
* Depositing cheques to the bank and sorting mail
* Perform month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities including collaboration and communication with external departments
* Assisting with audit requests
* May assist with AP related tasks, such as coding of invoices, expense reports, credit card reports, etc
* Ad hoc tasks as they come up### Benefits
* Full health benefits
* Career development & Mentorship opportunities
* RRSP matching
* Generous parental Leave top-up
* Flexible hours
* Regular hackathons
* Healthy snacks & drinks
* Your choice of hardware
* Monthly work-from-home allowance
* Beautiful offices in Toronto and Halifax
* Easy access to transit
- Flexible and adaptable to execute ever changing job duties and take initiative on continuous improvement
* Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, business or a related field
* Meticulous, keen attention to detail and highly organized
* Experience with bookkeeping and/or in the AR/AP cycle for a small/mid-sized company with multiple currencies and legal entities
* Possess a roll-up-your-sleeves attitude and thrive in a collaborative team environment
* Impeccable customer service, relationship building and problem solving skills
* Understanding of deferred revenue and accrued revenue
* Proven track record of successful multi-tasking and ability to prioritize work and meet strict deadlines
* Strong communication (verbal and written) and possess professional maturity
* Advanced Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets experience
* 1-3 years of relevant experience with accounting/bookkeeping and/or in the AR/AP cycle for a small/mid-sized company with multiple currencies and legal entities
* CPA, or workings towards CPA
* Don’t meet all the requirements? Studies show women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs if they do not meet all the qualifications. Therefore, in an effort to build a more diverse workplace, we encourage you to apply anyways
* Fluency in Korean
* Strong interest in leveraging AI tools, with a passion for process improvement and operational efficiency
* Exposure to IFRS 15 and ASC 606
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