Accountant

Job Title: Accountant (3-Month Contract)Location: North York, ONSchedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote (Wednesdays from home)Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours per week)Compensation: $28–$32 per hourContract Length: 3 months with strong potential for conversion to permanentAbout the OpportunityOur 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 ResponsibilitiesProcess 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.Qualifications2–4 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.