We are currently looking for someone to join our team in the role of Accounting Assistant. This is a full-time role based out of our Waterloo Corporate office, with remote working options available.
The Accounting Assistant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting transactions and is accountable for ensuring accurate and timely entries to meet reporting requirements. They will assists in ensuring adherence to fiscal policies to support cost control measures. The Accounting Assistant will follows sound accounting principles within CarePartners in accordance with the mission statement, established policies and procedures, relevant legislation, government guidelines, the Collective Agreement and local contract requirements.
What We Offer
Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits
Other employment perks such as Employee Assistance Program, Perkopolis, Rewards Points
Inspiring leadership and opportunities for professional growth
Rewarding and meaningful work in healthcare
What The Role Involves
Receiving and entering vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness.
Vendor account reconciliation
Prepare journal entries as requested.
Monitor deadlines for and submissions of month-end processing, budgets, and other financial requirements.
Complete government filings including but not limited to HST, source deductions and income tax installments.
Reconciliation of balance sheets on a monthly basis, including the reconciliation of subledgers to the general ledger.
Monthly variance analysis from budget.
Daily bank deposit reconciliation
Assist with monthly invoices.
Provide backup for Accounts Payable and Receivable staff
Other Duties as assigned
What You Bring
A university degree or college diploma in accounting.
Three (3) years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Interested or enrolled in the CPA Ontario Certification Program
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated understanding and application of the basic accounting principles
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of MS Office software application is required
Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills
Knowledge of the Sage 300 or similar ERP system is beneficial
Experience in a unionized environment is an asset.
Knowledge of community home health industry programs/services is an asset.
Ability to adapt to new systems
CarePartners In Your Community
In addition to providing home-based health care, CarePartners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.
Accessibility
CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.
