Accounting Assistant

Job Title: Accounting Assistant
Location: Halifax, NS
Shift/Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00AM Start
Pay Rate: $18.00/ hr

Advantage Personnel is hiring an Accounting Assistant on behalf of their client in Halifax, NS. We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and highly organized individual who is eager to grow within their role. If you're looking for an opportunity to advance your career in accounting, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Responsibilities:

• Complicated GL reconciliations.
• Bank Reconciliations.
• Using Sage 50 software.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly financial statements, year-end financial statements, and other financial reports as required.
• Complete monthly accounts receivable and accounts payable duties for the finance team, journal entry postings to the general ledger, and tasks relating to the monthly accounting cycle.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations.
• Maintain internal control procedures for all vendor and customer accounts with respect to invoice processing, vendor payment, and customer collection and posting.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications:

• Excellent oral and strong written communication skills.
• Ability to work as team player and solutions oriented.
• Ability to work in a constantly changing, fast-paced environment.
• Highly professional and polite with a positive attitude.
• Proficient in Excel and Word.
• Experience with Sage 50.
• Strong attention to detail with good organizational skill.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and accomplish tasks in a timely manner.
• Completion of Business Administration Program with a concentration in accounting.
• 2-4 years' experience in a similar role.