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accountant Toronto

York University

Full Time Toronto 60343 - 12.04 CAD ANNUAL Today

Job description

Available Job Today Purpose:
Reporting to the Director, Finance & Business Operations, the Accounting Assistant is responsible for processing accounts payable (including travel expenses), accounts receivable, payroll, partnership agreements payments, reconciliation of eReports, year-end journal entries and accruals, purchasing of supplies and other related accounting matters. The incumbent supports the Director, Finance & Business Operations with compiling data, reports and providing information as required.

Education:
College Diploma in accounting or an equivalent of 2 years recent experience (defined as within thelast three years) working at York University and performing the same or similar tasks. Thiseducation equivalency is in addition to the experiential requirements outlined below.

Experience:
Minimum of 3-4 years' experience processing expense claims and doing payroll. Strong data entryskills and aptitude for numbers is necessary in this role. Understanding the basics of financialmonitoring, analysis and preparation of basic financial statements is required. Knowledge of yearendprocesses is required.

Skills:
Demonstrated computer skills in the following: Intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel and Access. Demonstrated skill and ability in the following areas: Knowledge of accounting procedures, forms and budgeting. Experience using on-line systems, experience with data entry and compiling data. Accuracy and attention to detail, good organizational and record keeping skills, demonstrated customer services skills, ability to work effectively under pressure, ability to prioritize task and meet deadlines, effective written and oral communication skills, demonstrated ability to deal with enquiries on demand, and ability to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to work effectivelyindependently and as a member of a team is required.

Additional Notes:
Please note: This position requires the candidate to produce a verification of degree(s), credentials(s),or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview.

If you are a current York University employee in the YUSA-1 bargaining unit and/or are using your job posting rights under the collective agreement to view and apply for jobs, you must apply through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire to be considered an internal applicant.

As per Article 12.02(f) of the YUSA-1 Collective Agreement, to be considered an internal applicant, employees in the YUSA-1 bargaining unit must submit the application 5 working days following the first day of posting. This is referred to as the 'Posted Date' on the job posting. Please refer to the 'Posting Intent' on the job posting.

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.

We are committed to enhancing our environmentally and socially responsible practices for the benefit of all members of the York community. Our long term perspective recognizes our responsibility to be innovators and to continually work as a community to reduce our ecological impact.

York University employees must apply to jobs through the Employee Career Portal - YU Hire. If you are a current York University employee and/or are using your rights under a collective agreement to view and/or apply to jobs, you MUST log into YU Hire to access the York University Employee Career Portal.

PLEASE NOTE: Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable.