Accounting Assistant

You perform routine accounting activities such as accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) functions. You review work for accuracy and correct errors when necessary. You resolve problems when appropriate, using critical thinking skills.

Specifically, you will:

Perform A/P activities daily, which includes the coding of invoices appropriately, journalizing into the accounting system and filing invoices for payment

Reconcile individual A/R sub-ledger accounts by matching cash receipts to policies verified and posted.

Reconcile agent compensation payable monthly and to the agreed upon timeline.

Prepare multiple cheque runs (claims, suppliers and compensation) in conjunction with the Accounting Administrator.

Prepare, enter and reconcile month-end entries.

Support and participate in updating agent information in the accounting program.

Perform reconciliation of international student policies including details by school and provide report to the managing broker.

Identify AR/AP and reporting-related computer errors and notify the Team Lead.

Perform reconciliation of accounts as needed to support the Accounting Team.

Support and participate in updating agent information in the accounting program.

Achieve performance targets.

Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members and all other teams.

Responsively and effectively handle issues.

Look for ways to improve customer experience.

Promote and model TuGo culture, values, and brand promise.

Continuously build professional and technical expertise.

Other duties as required.

What you'll bring

Post-secondary program in bookkeeping

Degree or diploma in business or related discipline is an asset or currently enrolled in a Bachelor Business/Accounting program

6 months of relevant experience

Excellent data entry skills and attention to detail

Proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing applications (e.g. MS Excel & Word)

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal English skills

Strong team player and positive contributor

Proficient in MS Office Suite and able to learn applications quickly

Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Able to consistently live our values of valued, effective and trusted

A strong customer experience focus

A passion for continuous learning and professional achievement

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