Aplin has partnered with a prominent education facility in Halifax to hire a temporary finance professional to assist with Accounting Support. This position is a 3-month part-time contract that includes flexible hours and an immediate start as the organization looks to add support during organizational changes.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily bank reconciliations and ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.
- Process payments through RBC's online banking platform in a timely and accurate manner.
- Perform data entry and post financial transactions within Sage.
- Monitor and respond to general finance and accounting inquiries received through shared inboxes and other channels.
- Compile and organize questions and requests, escalating more complex matters to the Finance Manager as required.
- Support day-to-day accounting operations while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
- Work independently to identify and resolve issues, escalating only when necessary.
Qualifications:
- 2-5 years of accounting, finance, or bookkeeping experience.
- Experience with Sage accounting software.
- Experience processing payments through online banking platforms (RBC experience preferred).
- Exposure to payroll systems such as ADP is considered an asset.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and troubleshoot issues with minimal supervision.
- Enjoys working with numbers and thrives in a fast-paced accounting environment.
- CPA designation is not required; equivalent hands-on experience will be considered.
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.
