entry level accountant.

On behalf of our industry leading client, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Accountant for a 4-month contract. This role is ideal for an early-career professional looking to sharpen their skills in a dynamic environment. While initially a contract, our client is looking for a standout performer with the potential to extend the engagement.

Advantages
Our client understands that top talent deserves a great work environment. In this role, you will enjoy:

- Competitive Hourly Rate: We offer a pay scale that reflects your skills and the value you bring to the team.
- Career Pedigree: Gain experience working for an industry-leading employer, adding significant weight to your professional background.
- Commuter Perks: Enjoy the convenience of free on-site parking, saving you time and daily expenses.
- Growth Potential: Opportunity for contract extension based on performance and business needs.

Responsibilities
- Accounts Payable (AP): Reviewing and coding vendor invoices, ensuring internal approvals, and preparing payment batches.
- Accounts Receivable (AR): Issuing accurate customer invoices and ensuring all payments are applied correctly.

- Collections: Managing the aging report and maintaining professional, persistent communication with clients to resolve overdue accounts.
- Data Management: Full utilization of QuickBooks Online to maintain clean and up-to-date financial records.
- Month-End Support: Assisting the finance lead with bank reconciliations and documentation for the month-end close.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will be a self-starter who is comfortable working independently while maintaining high accuracy.

Must-Have Requirements:

- Software: Direct, hands-on experience using QuickBooks Online.
- Core Experience: Proven experience managing the full cycle of AP, AR, and Collections.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel (data entry and basic formulas).
- Education: A degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Professional Attributes:

- Communication: Strong verbal and written skills for effective client collections.
- Reliability: Ability to commit to the full 4-month term with a focus on meeting deadlines.
- Detail-Oriented: A sharp eye for spotting discrepancies in invoices or reconciliations.

Summary
Please submit your resume to View email address on randstad.com with subject line: Jr. Accountant contract

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to View email address on randstad.com to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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