Accounting Administrator

What you'll do

You perform routine accounting activities such as accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) functions. You review work for accuracy and correct errors when necessary. You resolve problems when appropriate, using critical thinking skills. 

Specifically you will:

• Perform A/P activities daily, which includes coding the invoices appropriately, journalizing into the accounting system and filing invoices for payment.
• Reconcile individual A/R sub-ledger accounts by matching cash receipts to policies verified and posted. 
• Reconcile compensation payable monthly, to the agreed upon timeline.
• Perform collections on A/R as per our documented procedure for accounts in arrears.
• Responsible for and support the process of recording employee expenses and paying the American Express monthly statement.
• Prepare multiple cheque runs (claims, suppliers and compensation) in conjunction with the Accounting Team.
• Prepare, enter and reconcile month-end and year-end entries. Preparation for the annual review by the auditors which will include lead sheets, continuity schedules etc.
• Prepare prepaids, including the monthly journal entry and the reconciliation.
• Support and participate in updating agent information in the accounting program. 
• Perform reconciliation of international student policies including details by school and provide report to the managing broker.
• Receive cheques and prepare bank deposit, including the daily posting of the deposit in the accounting system.
• Identify AR/AP and reporting-related computer errors and notify the Tech Team and the Accounting Team Lead.
• Perform reconciliation of major accounts as needed to support the Accounting Team.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly, liaising with the appropriate parties to address the outstanding items.
• Support the reconciliation of the MGA accounts, ensuring the override is calculated and paid accurately.
• Perform and/or support the reconciliation of credit card payments, identifying discrepancies. Manage the Amex chargebacks and other errors identified in conjunction with the Accounting Team Lead.
• Void claim cheque, log reasons for the void, issue stop payments on the banking software when necessary.
• Support and participate in updating agent information in the accounting program. 
• Achieve performance targets.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members and all other teams.
• Responsively and effectively handle issues.
• Look for ways to improve customer experience.
• Promote and model TuGo culture, values, and brand promise.
• Continuously build professional and technical expertise.
• Other duties as required.

What you'll bring

• Post-secondary program in bookkeeping
• Degree or diploma in business or related discipline is an asset
• 2+ years of relevant experience
• Excellent data entry skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and word processing applications (e.g. MS Excel & Word)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal English skills
• Strong team player and positive contributor
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and able to learn applications quickly
• Well-developed analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Able to consistently live our values of valued, effective and trusted
• A strong customer experience focus
• A passion for continuous learning and professional achievement

Salary range: $46,000 - $55,000