The role of the Accounting Officer is to perform Financial duties including bank reconciliations, on line bill payments, accounts receivable, month end adjustments and other accounting duties. The position also administers the payroll and benefits plans. Preference will be given to Aboriginal applicants. Please self-identify on your cover letter or resume.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitors bank account and performs bank statement reconciliations
Maintains Accounts Receivable
Does all month end journal entries and adjustments, maintains inventory and prepaids
Processes EFT payments and records payments
Performs general ledger coding and data entry
Updates and reconciles applicable sub-ledger to the general ledger
Compiles payroll information including time sheets and ensures accuracy and completeness of information
Ensures tax remittances are made correctly and within required time frames
Maintains payroll and benefit records
Performs year- end payroll procedures and produces T4 slips
Processes enrolments, terminations and changes and keeps benefits records maintained

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Diploma in Accounting or Finance
Certified Payroll Administrator Level 1
A minimum of 2 years prior accounting/bookkeeping experience
Knowledge of the Canada Labour Code, CRA, EI and CPP
Strong computer skills including MS office and working knowledge of computerized accounting software (Simply Accounting and Accpac)
Records management and document processing skills
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality of payroll and HR related information
Attention to detail and accuracy, even as priorities change and urgencies arise

Salary Range: To commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Type of Position: Permanent Full-time with competitive benefit package, subject to a 3 month probationary period