Job ID

76327

Job Title

Accounting Assistant (II)

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Location

David Braley Health Sci Centre

Open Date

2026/05/27

Job Type

Continuing

Close Date

2026/06/07

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

Favorite Job

Department

Family Med

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Grade 5

Salary Range

$26.59 - $35.15 (hourly)

Job Code

JD0651

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Backfilling as Existing

Target Number of Openings

1

Hours per Week

35

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

35h per week

Hybrid Work with a minimal of 3 days on site.

Anticipated start date: ASAP

Education Level

2 year Community College diploma in Accounting or a related field of study.

Career Level

Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

Location

100 Main St. W, Hamilton, ON.

Job Description

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Accounting Assistant (II) supports the Department of Family Medicine by processing financial transactions with a focus on accounts payable, expense reimbursements, and account reconciliations. The role applies established accounting procedures to “record, classify and summarize accounting data according to established procedures” and to ensure accuracy and compliance across departmental accounts. The role supports multiple operational areas within the department and contributes to the effective monitoring of budgets and expenditures.

A key component of the role includes performing regular reconciliations, identifying variances, and ensuring corrective actions are completed in accordance with university guidelines. This position also provides guidance to staff on proper accounting procedures, assists with audits by preparing required backup documentation. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage competing deadlines, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of financial accuracy and compliance.

Job Summary

Responsible for applying a thorough knowledge and understanding of accounting policies and procedures to process financial transactions. Records, classifies and summarizes accounting data according to established procedures. Ensures accuracy and compliance with existing guidelines, policies, and procedures. Provides guidance and training to staff on proper accounting procedures and the use of financial systems.

Purpose and Key Functions:

• Perform various analyses and reconciliations of accounts.
• Provide training and guidance to others on relevant accounting procedures and the use of financial systems.
• Generate reports and account statements and review for accuracy.
• Calculate, prepare and issue invoices, cheques, account statements and other financial statements according to established procedures.
• Receive, send, sort, verify, process and prepare various documents such as purchase orders, invoices, cheque requisitions, receivables, and payables.
• Process, verify, and balance financial records and business transactions, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Investigate discrepancies using established procedures.
• Assist with internal and external audits by providing backup documentation related to audit items.
• Monitor and reconcile statements and participate in the reconciliation of accounts.
• Prepare and generate a variety of scheduled and ad hoc reports.
• Update, maintain, and verify information in a variety of spreadsheets and databases.
• Balance and control cash receipts, including floats, petty cash and cheques.
• Write a variety of formal notes and records using form letters and templates.
• Apply standard mathematical skills such as calculations, formulas, and equations to perform routine calculations.
• Answer inquiries via telephone, email, and in person that are specific in nature.
• Maintain filing systems, both electronic and hard copy.

Requirements:

• 2 year Community College diploma in Accounting or a related field of study.
• Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

Assets:

• Experience in the health sciences field.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

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