Job Description
Job Title: Accounting Clerk
Industry: Non-Profit / Finance
Position Type: Full-Time
Tenure: Temp to Perm
Pay Rate: $30/hour
Position Summary
Axis Talent Solutions is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk on behalf of our non-profit sector client. Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, Controller, or Finance Manager, the Accounting Clerk plays a key role in supporting financial operations, focusing on accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), reconciliations, journal entries, capital assets schedules, and fund balance maintenance.
Core Competencies
Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
Flexible and able to manage multiple priorities
Decisive, fair, and tactful conflict resolution skills
Proactive in identifying and improving financial processes
Trusted collaborator with sound judgment and problem-solving ability
Highly organized, self-motivated, and goal-driven
Maintains confidentiality and consistently meets deadlines
Demonstrates professional initiative
Key Responsibilities
Client & Vendor Interaction
Respond to inquiries from clients, vendors, and stakeholders with professionalism
Handle incoming cash and cheque transactions securely
Support finance interns, students, or volunteers as needed
Accounts Payable & Receivable
Review AP invoice batches and AR billings, including internal billings and cash receipts
Perform or support AP and AR functions, providing backup as necessary
Ensure timely and accurate execution of bank deposits
Maintain and reconcile AP subledger with general ledger
Prepare, review, and post journal entries
Financial Operations
Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Assist with preparation of annual audit files
Develop and maintain organized filing systems
Prepare department-specific financial reports
Perform other duties as assigned by finance leadership
May work from various locations based on organizational needs
Health & Safety
Comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and internal safety policies
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary
Attend required safety training and review safety protocols annually
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting or finance
Diploma or certificate in Accounting or related field
Solid knowledge of GAAP accounting principles
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of MS Office
Experience with accounting software (e.g., Great Plains, QuickBooks)
Experience in a non-profit or community-focused environment is an asset
Familiarity with Deaf culture or ability to communicate with Deaf individuals is a plus
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Valid full G driver’s license
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