ABOUT EVENTCONNECT
At EventConnect, we’ve built a team of sports and technology enthusiasts who work each day to support our partners. Our product connects event organizers, hotels, and cities, offering a better way to manage communication, marketing, in-depth reporting, and everything in-between.
EventConnect's head office is located in downtown London, Ontario. Our workspace is open, fun, and is filled with productive energy. We value teamwork, integrity, innovation, professionalism, and reliability. We believe these values promote cross-departmental collaboration to enhance our partners' and customers' experience and service.
EVENTCONNECT OFFERS
Competitive salary and benefits
Casual but energetic work environment made for today’s workers
Performance-driven culture
Growth opportunities
A culture of teamwork, celebrations of success, social gatherings and goal-oriented work
ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Accounting Specialist, you will play a vital role in the company's finance department, focusing on maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting broader financial reporting efforts.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform basic bookkeeping functions including recording accounts payable, accruals, expenses, cash receipts and month-end journal entries
Calculate event organizer revenue share payments and submit for approval for payment
Assist with the preparation of bank reconciliations and other account reconciliations as required
Ensure the strict confidentiality and privacy of financial records as they relate to the organization and its business partners
Maintain an accurate and complete trail of supporting documentation for all financial and bookkeeping activities
Maintain up-to-date, complete and systematic filing system to support book-keeping and financial records
Preparing invoices, following up with hotels to obtain final room night reconciliation, and recording invoices in the accounting system
Maintain documentation of processes and related internal controls related to the position
Assistance with the preparation of year end working papers and financial statements
Perform other administrative duties of the finance department
QUALIFICATIONS
A post-secondary graduate or equivalent work experience in Accounting or related field
You must be eligible to work in Canada (open work permit, be a permanent resident of Canada or be a Canadian citizen)
2+ years experience in a similar role
Proficiency with Quickbooks or similar accounting software and Google workspace based platform (Gmail/sheets etc.) in addition to Excel
Advanced computer skills particularly with spreadsheets
Basic knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls
Effective attention to detail and a high degree of data entry accuracy
Demonstrated ability to accurately calculate, post, correct, and manage accounting figures and financial records
Experience in gathering data, compiling the proper information, and preparing financial reports
Able to perform account reconciliations
Ability to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities
Strong focused work ethic and positive team attitude
Demonstrates integrity in the workplace; consistently adheres to company values, policies, and regulations
Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
Creative problem solver, critical thinker, strives to create efficiencies
Self-motivated, driven, and willing to learn
Friendly, professional and confident in person, on the phone and through email communications
Meticulous, organized and reliable
Ability to adapt and accept new challenges
This role requires working in our London, ON office with the possibility of moving to a hybrid role after the training period ends.
EventConnect welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Should an applicant be selected for an interview, please inform EventConnect of any required accommodations. If an applicant or successful candidate requests an accommodation, adjustments to support specific needs will be made.
We thank all candidates who apply, Only those selected for screening and/or an interview will be contacted.
