Accounting Clerk III
Location: Oakville, ON -Hybrid
Employment Type: Contract to hire
Department: Finance & Accounting
Reports To: Accounting Manager / Controller
Who is the Employer?
The Raise has partnered with our client, a global leader in identity and security. They are leveraging the latest technologies to deliver world-class products in the private and public sectors of finance, telecom, identity, security, retail, sports entertainment, commercial, government, and IoT. Their proprietary identity technologies are backed by the latest advancements in biometrics, cryptography, systems, data analytics, and smart devices.
Now, they are expending their team and looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Accounting Clerk III to join their Finance & Accounting team. This opportunity is ideal for accounting professionals looking to contribute within a collaborative corporate environment while supporting daily financial operations and continuous process improvements.
Position Overview
This role is responsible for performing a broad range of accounting and clerical functions including transaction processing, reconciliations, general ledger support, and financial record maintenance.
The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Transactions
- Record daily financial transactions accurately into the accounting system
- Maintain and update general ledger entries and supporting documentation
- Process adjustments, refunds, credits, and journal entries as required
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
- Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
Administrative & Clerical Support
- Compile, organize, and maintain accounting records, invoices, and financial documents
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls
- Assist with data entry, filing, document retention, and audit preparation
Reporting & Systems
- Generate routine accounting reports and financial summaries
- Utilize ERP/accounting software and databases for financial tracking and reporting
- Maintain accuracy and integrity of financial information within systems
- Support system improvements and process optimization initiatives
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- Accounting coursework or bookkeeping certification considered an asset
- CPA designation or working towards would be beneficial
- 4–6 years of progressive accounting or bookkeeping experience
- Experience in general ledger support and reconciliations
- Experience working in a fast-paced corporate or multi-entity environment preferred
- Proficiency with accounting/ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis
- Familiarity with accounting principles and financial reporting procedures
Soft Skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we are a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.
We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.
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