Junior Accountant

Overview

ExamWorks Canada is looking for a Junior Accountant to join our team onsite in Markham!

The Junior Accountant is responsible for a full range of accounting tasks which include accounts receivable, accounts payable, corporate tax filings, completing account reconciliations and gathering documentation for internal/external audits as required. This position works under tight deadlines and performs a multitude of various accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, intercompany transactions, yearend audit preparation and ensures all work is accurate, timely, and handled in accordance with all company policies and procedures and provincial and federal guidelines.

The schedule for this role is Monday to Friday 8:00-5:00pm with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

• Process and post all cash receipts and assist business units with identifying/managing over and under payments.
• Claim intercompany receipts and process accordingly.
• Provide research and assistance to clients regarding any possible billing errors or other inquiries.
• Provide solutions and supporting documentation to clients and/or business units.
• Identify and take action/or support business units on all delinquent accounts.
• Report any customer service or payment performance issues to management.
• Complete credit and debit memos and process customer refunds with accuracy.
• Maintain positive working relationships with clients and/or business units.
• Prepare and send billing statements and reports.

Accounts Payable

• Maintain systematic, accurate, timely processing of all accounts payable including, but not limited to, vendor invoicing and payments, pre-payment requests, tax forms and vendor files.
• Provide assistance to all vendors seeking information or status of payment.
• Identify and investigate any issues with provider bills and obtain mutual resolution of discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate record of all pension and retirement information and ensure all is in place prior to issuing payment.
• Obtain approval on all vendor bills according to company policy and ensure timely payment.
• Prepare, gain approval and manage weekly/biweekly and monthly business unit check runs.
• Report any unresolved disputes with physicians or vendors to management for resolution.

General Duties

• Prepare and ensure accurate timely completion of month end, quarterly and year end reporting requirements.
• Complete journal entries and account and bank reconciliations timely and accurately.
• Maintain accurate GL balances.
• Prepare customized reports for clients/business units upon request.
• Ensure the confidentiality and security of all financial files at all times.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests as required.
• Accurately process intercompany entries as required.
• Complete HST on a monthly/quarterly basis as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Degree with an emphasis in Accounting or Finance or equivalent combination of education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be knowledgeable in multiple software programs, including, but not limited to, Great Plains, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and the Internet.
• Must be highly self-motivated with a strong attention to detail.
• Must have analytical skills and ability to solve problems independently.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information.
• Ability to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met.
• Ability to change focus with short notice and maintain accuracy and productivity.
• Ability to work in a team environment, which includes the ability to lead some projects.
• Ability to balance accuracy with reasonable work load output and be able to increase workload while maintaining quality of work.
• Ability to follow all company policies and procedures in effect at time of hire and as they may change or be added from time to time.

ABOUT US:

ExamWorks Canada provides independent medical evaluation and related services to property and casualty insurers, group disability insurers, employers, law firms, and government agencies. Clients utilize our services to facilitate fair and equitable claims settlements and enhance their risk mitigation processes. Our services are available throughout Canada and internationally in the U.S., the United Kingdom, and Australia. Regulatory compliance and oversight authenticated by independent third-party auditors assures clients of the integrity of our process controls.

ExamWorks Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and affords equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to protected veteran status, qualified individuals with disabilities and all individuals without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or any other status protected under provincial or federal laws.

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finance, accounting, accountant, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable