Accounting Clerk
- Ottawa, ON
About our Client
Our client is an established landscaping and property services company serving the Ottawa area. They provide a range of landscape construction, hardscape, property maintenance, and winter operations services to residential, commercial, and municipal clients.
They are looking for an experienced Accounting Clerk to manage their day-to-day accounting operations. Ideally this person will have experience in the construction industry with roughly 3 to 5 years of experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Management and Accounting
• Maintain accurate financial records and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end adjustments.
• Manage bookkeeping functions and accounting records.
Accounts Payable and Receivable
• Process supplier invoices and vendor payments.
• Reconcile supplier and customer accounts.
• Manage collections and monitor aging reports.
Payroll Administration
• Process payroll and related remittances.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Taxation and Compliance
• Prepare and file GST/HST returns, payroll remittances, and other required tax filings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory
requirements.
• Assist with audits and respond to inquiries from regulatory authorities.
Budgeting and Forecasting
• Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor budget performance and conduct variance analysis.
• Support strategic planning and financial decision-making.
Cost and Project Accounting
• Track project costs and profitability.
• Maintain inventory and fixed asset records.
• Support contract and project accounting activities.
Treasury and Cash Management
• Monitor cash flow and prepare cash forecasts.
• Manage banking relationships and financial transactions.
Internal Controls and Audit Support
• Develop and maintain accounting controls and procedures.
• Coordinate internal and external audit requirements.
• Recommend process improvements and risk mitigation strategies.
Systems Administration and Process Improvement
• Maintain accounting software and financial systems.
• Manage document retention and accounting records.
• Support staff training and continuous improvement initiatives
Work Schedule
Your regular work schedule will be:
• Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• An unpaid lunch break of 30 minutes, beginning at 12:00 p.m. You must use the
Company’s timekeeping system to record your start time, end time, and lunch break
accurately.
• Hours of work may vary based on operational requirements. Additional or reduced
hours may occasionally be required to meet business needs.
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