Technology is reinventing higher education and at OCAS we play a vital role in helping shape this evolving landscape. We deliver dependable technology systems and business services to support our industry partners and create new pathways for learners exploring and applying to Ontario’s public colleges.
Recently named a Waterloo Area Top Employer for the tenth consecutive year, we’re looking for innovators who can bring their expertise and passion to our growing team.
This position is offered as a 6-month contract with potential to be extended based on the organization’s needs.
We’re looking for a passionate and experienced individual to join our team as Accounting Clerk. As a strong communicator and problem solver, you’ll work with the Finance team to deliver exceptional financial services within our own organization, as well as to our external partners.
Highly organized with a keen eye for detail, as Accounting Clerk at OCAS you’ll handle the processing of payments, receivables and disbursements, and the creation of monthly reconciliations. You’ll also help organize and maintain financial records and documents, and help drive process improvements and efficiencies within the Finance team.
In this role, you will:
Record daily bank activity
Reconcile bank transactions monthly
Prepare bank deposits as needed
Run the daily reconciliation of application activity and import into the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system
Calculate and issue customer invoices
Enter vendor invoices and purchase orders
Support employees with submitting expenses, purchase orders, and vendor invoices
Provide support to staff making company credit card purchases
Prepare EFT, wire payment batches, and bank account transfers for approval
Reconcile monthly corporate credit card statements and coordinate approval process
Prepare month-end account reconciliations, partner settlements, and general ledger entries
Monitor aged accounts receivable / accounts payable subledgers and follow up on overdue balances
Monitor and maintain Outlook inboxes for OCAS and Financial Service partners
Fulfil voucher requests from partner organizations
You should have:
High school diploma and 3-5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent, with relevant post-secondary education
Good verbal and written communication skills
Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel at an intermediate level
Previous work experience using automated accounting software
Ability to build internal and external relationships
Strong attention to detail and time management skills
Initiative to meet multiple deadlines under general supervision
Previous administrative experience in an office environment
Nice to haves:
Experience in higher education or other related service industries
Experience working in Microsoft Business Central
Salary per hour: $27.00 - $32.00
Position Reports to: Team Lead, Finance
OCAS is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. While we thank all respondents for their interest, only those candidates being invited to interview for this position will be contacted.
