Accounting Assistant

Job Title: Accounting Assistant
Location: Dartmouth,NS
Shift/Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am start time.
Pay Rate: $20.00/hr

Assignment Information:

Advantage Personnel is currently recruiting for the role of Accounting Assistant on behalf of our client in Dartmouth.
Our client is looking for a highly motivated individual who is exceptionally organized, detail oriented and seeking potential growth within their role. If you are looking for career growth, this may be the fit for you!

Job 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.

Requirements:
* Excellent oral and strong written communication skill;
* 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;
* 3-5 years' experience in a similar role.