Accounting Assistant Jobs

The Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) is an independent, non-partisan think tank whose research and analysis influence policy makers to innovate. Our global network of multidisciplinary researchers and strategic partnerships provide policy solutions for the digital era.

Based at the CIGI Campus in Waterloo, Ontario, the Accounting Assistant is responsible for providing support to the finance team. The role is part-time (15 hours a week) and reports to the Accounting Manager.The role is hybrid, work from home and the CIGI Campus based on work requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Full Cycle Accounts Payable

·Process Accounts Payable for CIGI as well as the shared CIGI Campus, review and ensure correct approvals of expenditures, audit adherence to internal policies, ensure consistent coding to general ledger accounts and departments and proper HST recording

·Generate bi-weekly disbursements via cheque, EFT, online banking or wires with consideration given to multi-currency, payee requirements and cost efficiency of transactions.

·Provide a thorough review of high-volume expense claims for accuracy and policy compliance and seek resolution to discrepancies or insufficient documentation.

·Respond and follow up to vendor inquiries and vendor statements.

Other

·Provide back up support to the accounting team including back up for accounts receivable invoicing and bank reconciliations.

·Maintain detailed and accurate electronic and paper payable files.

·Other related duties as assigned or requested

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

·Post-secondary education in Accounting or Finance

·Minimum 2+ years of accounting experience including payroll and accounts payable, ideally in a not-for-profit environment

·Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills

·Experience with Microsoft Great Plains preferred

·Self-sufficient problem-solver with good analytical skills

·Team player with solid communication skills across all levels of the organization

·Well-organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy