Accounting Assistant
About The Position
AdaptAbilities provides meaningful programs for children and youth with disabilities. This is a temporary full-time position from August 10th, 2026 to December 24th, 2026, Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, based out of our Support Office, with the possibility of extension. The Accounting Assistant reports to the Financial Controller and supports the accounting team with payables, receivables, collections, and other financial activities. This position also assists with administrative duties and reception coverage. The conscientious Accounting Assistant acts with integrity, is open to growth, lives our purpose, cultivates teamwork, and demonstrates an extraordinary effort to empower individuals with diverse abilities and their families to grow, succeed, and belong.
Requirements
- Enrolled full or part time at an ELIGIBLE Canadian college or university and following a course of study that leads to a degree, diploma, or certificate
- 1+ years of experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Experience supporting various departments
- Intermediate experience in Microsoft Office 365 including Excel and Word
- Clear Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check
- Hold Canadian citizenship, Permanent Residency, or refugee status
- Interested in entrepreneurship and/or seeking alternatives to 'traditional' job placements
- If previously funded by VFC, must have completed VFC training
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the non-profit sector is an asset
- Knowledge of accounting ERP system is an asset
Responsibilities
- Ensure all invoices and employee reimbursements are paid on time and accurately
- Assemble, review, and verify credit card statements and receipts
- Post cash, cheque, and electronic payments from customers and create weekly deposit
- Responsible for petty cash functions, bank and credit card accounts reconciliations
- Provide reception coverage as required to meet the needs of the business
- Support Finance team in compliance with financial policies and processes
- Keep complete transaction records and files appropriately and accurately
- Record daily transactions in accounts payable and accounts receivable related activities
- Fulfill reception duties including answering, screening, and transferring inbound phone calls
- Perform general clerical duties including filing, photocopying, and mailing
- Ensure a clean and organized reception area, storage room, and office supply room
- Perform other job-related activities as required
Benefits
- Training and mentorship from experienced professionals
- Experience working in a team-oriented environment
- Opportunities to develop leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Flextime options to accommodate school schedules
- Variety of roles and responsibilities based on interests and career goals
- Potential for future employment opportunities within AdaptAbilities
- A strong addition to a resume for those pursuing a career in Accounting, Finance or Administration
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
