Accounting Assistant C

McGill University•Montreal, QC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, the incumbent may perform some or all of the listed general accounting functions. These functions are of high complexity and the incumbent performs them using general instruction. TYPICAL FUNCTIONS: (i.) Processes specific accounting transactions via bookkeeping and expense claims. Assist in the preparation of specific reports and provides administrative assistance with budget preparation. (ii.) Enters journal transactions. Prepares deposits and payment requisitions for approval. (iii.) Responds to specific inquiries regarding accounting transactions and supports departments in resolving related issues. (iv.) Supports department in assisting internal and external parties with balances and expense reports. (v.) Responds to general inquiries within area of responsibility and file requests. Follows up as required. (vi.) Provides support with record keeping. (vii.) The list of functions outlined above is representative and not a complete and detailed list of tasks which may be performed by an incumbent. Additional duties: Coordinate reimbursement process for researchers and staff. Work closely with procurement, accounts payable, and receivable for effective financial operations Act as a resource person for the implementation of the internal marketplace automation and financial reporting initiative Insurance processing, updating patient files

Requirements

High School Diploma.
Two years of relevant experience in the field of work.
The student must be eligible for the McGill Work Study Program.
Must be authorized to work in Canada.
Willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Level 3 English proficiency (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

Responsibilities

Processes specific accounting transactions via bookkeeping and expense claims.
Assist in the preparation of specific reports and provides administrative assistance with budget preparation.
Enters journal transactions.
Prepares deposits and payment requisitions for approval.
Responds to specific inquiries regarding accounting transactions and supports departments in resolving related issues.
Supports department in assisting internal and external parties with balances and expense reports.
Responds to general inquiries within area of responsibility and file requests.
Follows up as required.
Provides support with record keeping.
Coordinate reimbursement process for researchers and staff.
Work closely with procurement, accounts payable, and receivable for effective financial operations
Act as a resource person for the implementation of the internal marketplace automation and financial reporting initiative
Insurance processing, updating patient files