Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a busy team on a contract basis for a 3-5 month assignment. This on-site opportunity offers a flexible part-time schedule of about 20 hours per week, with up to three working days available. The role is ideal for an accounting specialist who is comfortable handling day-to-day financial activities, monitoring spending, and supporting purchasing-related processes with a high degree of accuracy and independence.

Responsibilities:
• Manage a steady flow of vendor invoices by reviewing details, confirming supporting records, and preparing items for timely processing.
• Examine account assignments and budget allocations to ensure charges are recorded correctly and aligned with approved spending.
• Investigate billing inconsistencies, follow up on missing information, and resolve coding or documentation issues with accuracy.
• Create journal entries to address posting errors and maintain reliable general ledger records.
• Monitor department spending in Excel, keeping budget and expense information organized and up to date.
• Provide support for purchasing activity by assisting with purchase orders, vendor agreements, and related administrative documentation.
• Work with internal teams to confirm that planned expenses fit within approved budgets before procurement moves forward.
• Maintain complete and well-organized financial files to support accounting accuracy and audit readiness.
• Contribute to additional accounting and procurement projects as business needs arise, including work within the organization's accounting platform.
• Partner with accounting team members and department stakeholders to address financial questions and support operational needs.• At least 2 years of experience in bookkeeping, staff accounting, accounts payable, or a closely related accounting function.
• Practical knowledge of invoice processing, expense classification, and accounts payable controls.
• Experience preparing journal entries and supporting general ledger accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for budget tracking, expense analysis, and financial record management.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify errors and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to work independently in a part-time environment while managing multiple tasks effectively.
• Familiarity with budgeting support, procurement coordination, or contract-related documentation is valued.
• Experience in a public sector, municipal, or similarly complex organizational setting is a plus.