P-T Senior Accounting Clerk/Bookkeeper

Our employer is a telecom service provider looking for an individual to have the required combination of education, experience, and skills to be successful as a Senior Accounting Clerk.

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• Detail-oriented with over 5 years of experience in this field.
• Must be capable of handling multi-companies bookkeeping.
• Must have a working knowledge of all aspects of accounting - Payroll, Monthly/Quarterly Tax Filing, Bank reconciliation, Visa analysis, etc.
• Responsible for Accounts Payable and Payroll cheques on a bi-weekly basis along with Government remittances as required and Payroll year-end duties.
• Preparing Financial Statements for external Auditors at Year-End and working along with external auditors to complete Companies Year-end.
• Problem-solving, along with overlooking the accounting department.
• Working knowledge of any accounting software along with Word & Excel.
• Must be able to work independently and be able to handle anything that may be assigned going forward.
• Must be fluent in English.

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1. Educational (Optional but Beneficial) Requirements:

• High School Diploma at a minimum.
• Certified Bookkeeper, or any other Accounting Training.

2. Work Experience:

• Experience in Accounting: At least 2-5 years of experience working in accounting or finance, with knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with Financial Reports: The ability to prepare, analyze, and understand financial statements.

3. Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in accounting tasks, such as data entry, balance sheets, and reconciliation.
• Time Management: The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to maintain well-organized records and documents.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with teams and external entities.

4. Other Requirements:

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to address discrepancies or issues that arise in financial records or accounting processes.
• Confidentiality, integrity and discretion.

5. Soft Skills:

• Team Collaboration: Ability to work well with others in an accounting team and across departments.
• Leadership Abilities: While it may not always involve direct management, the clerk may need to train or oversee junior clerks.
• Proactive Attitude: Taking the initiative in addressing accounting challenges or improving accounting processes.