Accounting Assistant (AR/AP) (Toronto)

Accounting Assistant (AR/AP) (Toronto)

19 Apr
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ParagonHR
|
Toronto

19 Apr

ParagonHR

Toronto

Our client, a well-established construction services company specializing in demolition and environmental services across the Greater Toronto Area, is looking for a Finance Assistant (AR/AP). This role is a great opportunity to be hands-on with key financial operations in a fast-paced, project-driven environment, working closely with project managers, vendors, unions, and senior leadership. The organization values collaboration, trust, and autonomy, empowering employees to take ownership and succeed.

Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable (AR)/ Accounts Payable (AP)

- Prepare and issue customer invoices based on project progress
- Work with project managers to confirm invoicing schedules
- Track and organize project-related receipts and documentation
- Oversee accounts receivable activities, and provide backup support for AR function
- Follow up on outstanding customer balances as required
- Prepare and issue payments to suppliers
- Reconcile supplier statements with bank records
- Resolve invoice discrepancies and billing issues
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records
- Assist with AP aging reports and month-end/year-end close
- Reconcile supplier statements with bank records

Admin Duties

- Prepare and distribute company information packages to potential clients
- Administer contract documentation and send contracts to clients




- Manage change orders by updating contracts for any project related changes
- Maintain organized digital and physical records for audit and compliance purposes
- Reconcile vendor and financial records in preparation for tax filings
- Work closely with the company’s external accountant on tax and financial reconciliations
- Ensure financial documentation is accurate and audit-ready

Union Reporting

- Extract unionized employee data
- Calculate union dues, benefit contributions and submit union remittance reports
- Issue payments to unions in accordance with agreements
- Record union-related transactions in the general ledger
- Ensure compliance with union reporting and payment timelines

Qualifications & Experience

- 2–3 years of union reporting experience (mandatory)
- Strong knowledge of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
- Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Solid communication and collaboration skills
- Proficient in QuickBooks
- Microsoft Excel (Intermediate to Advanced)
- Experience working in a Microsoft 365 / Windows environment
- Procore experience is an asset

Salary: 50,000-63,000

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📌 Accounting Assistant (AR/AP) (Toronto)
🏢 ParagonHR
📍 Toronto

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