Job Title: Junior Accountant (3-Month Contract)

Location: North York, ON
Schedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote (Wednesdays from home)
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours per week)
Compensation: $28–$32 per hour
Contract Length: 3 months with strong potential for conversion to permanent

About the Opportunity

Our client, a large multinational organization in the electronics and consumer goods sector, is seeking a Junior Accountant to support their in-house Finance team. This role requires experience working directly within corporate accounting functions at mid-to-large operating companies, preferably within manufacturing or retail environments, where candidates have been exposed to high-volume transactions, structured month-end processes, and ERP-based workflows.

The position begins as a 3-month contract with a strong likelihood of extension and potential conversion to permanent employment based on performance and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions, including invoice coding, posting, and payment tracking.
• Perform weekly and monthly bank and general ledger reconciliations following internal controls.
• Prepare and post journal entries to support accurate month-end closing.
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and variance support.
• Maintain accurate financial documentation in accordance with company policies and audit requirements.
• Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely processing of payments.
• Coordinate approval workflows and ensure adherence to corporate accounting policies.
• Assist the Finance team with ad hoc accounting tasks as required.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands-on accounting experience working in-house for mid-to-large corporate environments.
• Experience in manufacturing or retail accounting environments is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in full-cycle accounting functions: AP, AR, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close support.
• Experience working with enterprise-level ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, reconciliations).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.