Accounting Assistant - Hamilton, Canada - McMaster University

McMaster University

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Hamilton, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Schedule
Monday-Friday, 35 hrs/wk (Hybrid)

Education Level
2 year Community College diploma in Accounting or a related field of study

Career Level
Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

JD #
JD00651

Pay Grade
5

**Title: **Accounting Assistant (II)

Unit/Project Description:

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The Accounting Assistant (II) is an important member of the Department of Medicine finance team. The incumbent executes financial related transactions and will provide assistance to research staff and faculty. An understanding of applicable accounting policies and procedures is required.

**Job Summary:
**Purpose and Key Functions: - Perform various analyses and reconciliations of accounts.

Provide training and guidance to others on relevant accounting procedures and the use of financial systems.
Generate reports and account statements and review for accuracy.
Calculate, prepare and issue invoices, cheques, account statements and other financial statements according to established procedures.
Receive, send, sort, verify, process and prepare various documents such as purchase orders, invoices, cheque requisitions, receivables, and payables.
Process, verify, and balance financial records and business transactions, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
Investigate discrepancies using established procedures.
Assist with internal and external audits by providing backup documentation related to audit items.
Monitor and reconcile statements and participate in the reconciliation of accounts.
Prepare and generate a variety of scheduled and ad hoc reports.
Update, maintain, and verify information in a variety of spreadsheets and databases.
Balance and control cash receipts, including floats, petty cash and cheques.
Write a variety of formal notes and records using form letters and templates.
Maintain filing systems, both electronic and hard copy.

**Requirements: 2 year Community College diploma in Accounting or a related field of study.

Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

Assets:

Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Outlook and Access.
Experience performing financial and accounting tasks such as journal entries, account reconciliations and financial analysis.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and liaise with different stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience problem solving.
High level of accuracy and detail oriented.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
Ability to multitask and work against competing priorities.
Ability to assist in financial record management of a number of research projects.

**Additional Information: **This position is currently working a hybrid schedule with the expectation of working on campus two days per week.

How To Apply

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the "Dish With One Spoon" wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence.

In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

Human Resources Service Centre at ext. 222-HR , or
Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Vaccination Mandate - FHS

This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place.

Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions.

The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.