City of Toronto

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT 1

City of Toronto  •  Toronto, CA (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

  • Job ID: 60557
  • Job Category: Finance, Accounting & Purchasing
  • Division & Section: Technology Services, Enterprise Services & Operations
  • Work Location: Metro Hall, 55 John St
  • Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent Vacancy
  • Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $44.64 - $48.88
  • Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
  • Affiliation: L79 Full-time
  • Number of Positions Open: 1
  • Posting Period: 05-MAR-2026 to 19-MAR-2026

Major Responsibilities:

  • Performing accounting duties related to accounts payable and receivable, purchasing, internal control and in researching, analyzing and reconciling to general ledger, ensuring compliance with established corporate policies, procedures and practices
  • Performs accounting duties such as reviewing, researching, analyzing and reconciling accounts, reallocations, setting up purchasing documents, working papers spreadsheets for procurement and general ledger reconciliations
  • Prepares journals, invoices and other financial information for the division
  • Processes vendor invoices for certification and ensures compliance with Divisional signing authority limits
  • Performs, maintains and monitors accounts receivable activities such as MAP recoveries, and prepares, reviews, and posts journal entries
  • Creates purchasing related documents such as Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Order Amendments, Contract Release Orders and Divisional Purchase Orders
  • Liaises with Divisional staff to resolve outstanding parked documents
  • Sets up and maintains relevant spreadsheets; as required for client support
  • Researches and analyzes financial information
  • Reviews financial system reports, i.e. variance, cost center, miscellaneous accounts, makes comments or corrections as necessary
  • Reviews and ensures the various related accounting journal entries are processed and reconciled to SAP in a timely manner
  • Coordinates projects and assignments
  • Directs staff and provides training, advice and guidance as needed
  • Provides assistance on accounting and financial related matters to the Divisional units
  • Provides interpretation of policies, by-laws, agreements/contracts and council reports to the public and departmental staff
  • Prepares calculations and analysis of data and compiles data for pre-paid and amortization expenses
  • Creates/generates ad hoc reports from various sources for analysis and billing purposes
  • Ensures internal controls for Purchasing Card (Pcard) and other financial functions are maintained in accordance with City By-laws and policies and makes recommendations regarding processes and improvements
  • Responds to enquiries regarding payroll and personnel matters in accordance with Collective Agreements and City policies
  • Prepares payroll reports for Division
  • Coordinates with the Auditors
  • Prepares and processes period end and year-end accrual and closing journal entries

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

  1. Completion of a professional accounting designation or Bachelor's Degree in Business/Accounting or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience in the accounting/payroll field.
  2. Considerable experience using SAP S/4 HANA and SAP Ariba specific to purchasing related transactions.
  3. Considerable experience in the analysis, investigation and processes related to payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger.
  4. Considerable experience analyzing financial data, and preparation of reports using Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

You must also have:

  • Advanced knowledge of current accounting procedures and techniques pertaining to the function.
  • Ability to prepare detailed correspondence, memoranda, summaries, financial statements, and documentation requiring the interpretation and application of a wide range of administrative accounting practices.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and client related focus with the ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff, divisional operating management, agencies and the public clients.
  • Ability to perform complex detailed computation and calculations.
  • Ability to work under time constraints and to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to plan, organize and manage work independently with minimal supervision and co-operatively as a member of a team.
  • Ability to work overtime as required to meet deadlines.

NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:

City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process

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About City of Toronto

The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workplace culture, and strives to build a workforce that reflects the citizens it serves. We are committed to building a high performing public service, with strong and effective leaders to enable service excellence, through high engagement and healthy and safe workplaces.

Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses.

Toronto Public Service consists of approximately 35,771 employees, providing programs and services to Toronto residents, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the City of Toronto has a number of agencies and corporations including the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Transit Commission, which make up the broader municipal organization.

There are 44 operating divisions and offices providing an extensive level of programs and services. We offer diverse career opportunities across a wide variety of professional, trade, administrative, managerial and other employment roles.

The Toronto Public Service has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering citizen-focused services. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Family Friendly Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers.

Consider joining the award-winning Toronto Public Service and help us make a difference in a great City!

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Toronto, CA
Year Founded
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