Accounting Clerk

ACCOUNTING CLERK
TORONTO, ON
$45K–$55K base salary
Full-Time

THE ROLE
We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our finance team in Toronto, ON. Reporting to the Senior Accountant, you’ll provide day-to-day support across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and general accounting activities.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who wants to build strong practical experience in a collaborative environment. You’ll work closely with the Senior Accountant while taking ownership of your assigned accounting tasks and helping keep the finance function running smoothly.

This is a 100% on-site position with opportunities to learn, develop, and take on additional responsibility as the company and finance team evolve.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process Accounts Payable transactions, including invoice entry, coding, matching, and filing
• Assist with vendor statement reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
• Prepare supporting documentation for vendor payments
• Process and allocate customer payments through EFT, credit card, cheque, and other methods
• Assist with Accounts Receivable follow-up and account reconciliations
• Complete routine bank and credit card reconciliations
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
• Assist with invoice, pricing, PO, freight, duty, and vendor discrepancies
• Respond to basic vendor and customer account inquiries
• Support the Senior Accountant with accounting and bookkeeping tasks as required
• Ensure financial documentation is complete, accurate, and properly maintained
• Identify and communicate discrepancies or issues requiring further review
• Participate in process improvements and the adoption of new accounting technology

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 1–3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is an asset
• Basic understanding of AP, AR, reconciliations, and accounting principles
• Experience with an ERP or accounting system
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Acumatica experience is an asset, but not required
• Strong systems aptitude and willingness to learn new technology
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Highly organized and dependable
• Strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working with numbers and financial information
• Good follow-through and time management
• Able to work independently while knowing when to ask questions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive and willing to learn
• Practical approach to problem-solving
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, informal office environment
• Interested in developing a career in accounting

WHY THIS ROLE?

• $45,000–$55,000 salary
• Biannual bonus opportunity based on company and market performance
• 100% employer-paid benefits
• Two weeks' standard vacation, increasing with tenure
• Additional paid time off around long weekends and an extended paid holiday closure over Christmas/New Year
• On-site parking
• Casual, collaborative, and eclectic workplace culture
• Modern office
• Direct mentorship and development under an experienced Senior Accountant
• Opportunity to grow your accounting skills and take on increasing responsibility
• Opportunity to be part of an exciting technology transition, including increased automation and AI-supported workflows

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DMC Recruitment uses a CRM system that includes AI-assisted screening and summary. However a human consultant makes the final decision on the suitability of every candidate for every role. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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