Agilec is a leading provider of vocational rehabilitation and employment/career transition services across Canada and internationally. Our customers are at the centre of all we do, and our teams are passionate about the positive impacts they make on people’s lives. We are guided by our values, and all team members are encouraged and supported to develop their potential.
About the Role
As Agilec continues to grow, we are seeking a Junior Accountant to support our expanding financial operations and program services.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role is primarily focused on general accounting and general ledger activities, supporting the accuracy and integrity of financial records across the organization. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the general ledger, supporting month-end processes, and ensuring financial transactions are properly recorded and reconciled.
In addition to core accounting responsibilities, this position provides backup support to accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions.
Location: This role may be performed remotely, with occasional attendance required at the Agilec Courtice office.
This posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy. Agilec does not use AI in its hiring process.
Key Responsibilities
General Accounting
- Assist in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, including verifying and recording financial transactions.
- Prepare and post journal entries, ensuring proper classification and coding of transactions.
- Perform account reconciliations (e.g., bank, accruals, and other balance sheet accounts) to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including preparation of working papers and supporting schedules.
- Ensure financial records are complete, organized, and compliant with internal policies and accounting standards (GAAP).
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies, errors, and variances identified through reconciliations and reporting.
- Assist in preparing financial reports, schedules, and analysis to support decision-making and audits.
Accounting Operations Support
- Provide backup support across accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll processes as needed.
- Assist with invoicing, billing, payment processing, and reconciliation of customer and vendor accounts.
- Support verification, coding, and entry of financial transactions into the accounting system.
- Assist in monitoring account balances and resolving discrepancies or outstanding items.
- Respond to internal and external inquiries related to billing, payments, and vendor accounts.
- Provide backup support for payroll processing, including data validation, remittances, and recordkeeping.
- Maintain accurate and organized financial documentation in accordance with company policies.
Operational Support
- Work closely with Project Directors (PDs), Program Managers (PMs) and Project Administrators (PAs) to support program billing and financial tracking.
- Maintain organized, accurate, and audit-ready financial records.
What You Bring
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or commerce from a recognized Canadian Institute, or its equivalent.
- Candidates working toward a CPA designation are encouraged to apply
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, or general accounting.
- Experience with invoicing, payments, and reconciliation.
- Exposure to payroll processing is an asset.
Knowledge and Skills
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and financial processes.
- Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Emburse) and payroll systems (e.g., ADP Workforce Now).
- High attention to detail with strong data entry accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; proficiency in Word and Outlook.
Work Environment
- Hybrid work environment with a combination of independent work (data entry, reconciliations) and collaboration with finance team members and program staff.
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a high volume of financial transactions and competing priorities.
- Work requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to manage repetitive and transactional accounting tasks.
- Involves handling sensitive financial and payroll information, requiring a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Occasional peak periods during month-end, payroll cycles, and reporting deadlines may require flexibility in workload and prioritization.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to travel to Agilec offices as required; access to a reliable vehicle is required.
- Must provide a clear Enhanced Police Check (Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check).
- Legal authorization to work in Canada.
We offer our team members attractive compensation, employee and group benefits, training and career development opportunities, and value-added perks*
*Eligibility to receive some benefits may vary according to employment status.
At Agilec, we respect and uphold the dignity of everyone we work with. As representatives in the communities we serve, we believe that diversity in our teams makes us stronger. We actively work to attract, develop, and retain employees from diverse backgrounds.
Agilec welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. We are committed to providing an accessible, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. When contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require any accommodation at any stage of the selection process.
Working Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday; 40 hours per week.
How to apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their application through the following link:
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1275d86e-d2b4-4354-8478-0d745a0c9122&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=545852&lang=en_CA&source=CC2
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $24.25-$25.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Courtice, ON L1E 2J6
