Accounting Assistant - 1 Year Contract

North American Air Trav•Surrey, BC

1d•CA$40,000 - CA$45,000

About The Position

This role involves performing routine accounting activities such as accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) functions. The successful candidate will review work for accuracy, correct errors, and use critical thinking skills to resolve problems. The position is a 1-year contract.

Requirements

Post-secondary program in bookkeeping
6 months of relevant experience
Excellent data entry skills and attention to detail
Proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing applications (e.g. MS Excel & Word)
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal English skills
Strong team player and positive contributor
Proficient in MS Office Suite and able to learn applications quickly
Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Able to consistently live our values of valued, effective and trusted
A strong customer experience focus
A passion for continuous learning and professional achievement

Nice To Haves

Degree or diploma in business or related discipline is an asset or currently enrolled in a Bachelor Business/Accounting program

Responsibilities

Perform A/P activities daily, which includes the coding of invoices appropriately, journalizing into the accounting system and filing invoices for payment.
Reconcile individual A/R sub-ledger accounts by matching cash receipts to policies verified and posted.
Reconcile agent compensation payable monthly and to the agreed upon timeline.
Prepare multiple cheque runs (claims, suppliers and compensation) in conjunction with the Accounting Administrator.
Prepare, enter and reconcile month-end entries.
Support and participate in updating agent information in the accounting program.
Perform reconciliation of international student policies including details by school and provide report to the managing broker.
Identify AR/AP and reporting-related computer errors and notify the Team Lead.
Perform reconciliation of accounts as needed to support the Accounting Team.
Support and participate in updating agent information in the accounting program.
Achieve performance targets.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members and all other teams.
Responsively and effectively handle issues.
Look for ways to improve customer experience.
Promote and model TuGo culture, values, and brand promise.
Continuously build professional and technical expertise.
Other duties as required.