Junior Accountant

Job Summary

The Junior Accountant serves as the first line of defense to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial transactions. They possess in-depth knowledge of the minute details of every transaction entered into the General Ledger by various accounting clerks or program managers.

Job Duties

• Play a role in daily accounting operations.

• Process and post journal entries to ensure proper recording of all business transactions.

• Manage accounts receivable, issue invoices, and follow up on payments.

• Update and monitor the accounts payable system to ensure suppliers/vendors are paid within established time limits.

• Respond to employee and supplier/vendor inquiries regarding payments.

• Assist with basic reconciliations and monthly preparations of financial statements, including profit and loss statements, cash flow records, and balance sheets.

• Assist with payroll activities (as required).

• Assist with monthly bank reconciliation of all bank accounts and credit cards.

• Assist with month-end close.

• Assist with monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reporting.

• Handle assets management, including preparing and monitoring the fixed asset schedule.

• Assist with tax and regulatory compliance.

• Electronically file documents and ensure proper filing of accounting information and documents.

• Support accountants in the preparation of financial reports.

• Perform any other functions as assigned.

Job Skills & Qualifications

• Grade 12 minimum.

• Great attention to detail.

• Minimum 1 year of accounting experience.

• Demonstrable experience with full-cycle accounting and month-end close.

• Experience ensuring the integrity of the General Ledger.

• Ability to work with little supervision.

Application Requirements

Interested applicants who meet the qualifications above must submit:

1. Cover letter

2. Current resume with dates specified

3. List of three current references with phone numbers

4. Vulnerable Sector Check/Clear Criminal Record Check

5. Driver’s Abstract

Deadline Date: September 2, 2025  
Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Contact Information:  
Attention: Human Resources  
Phone: (306) 344-2330 ext. 2238  
Fax: (306) 344-2357  
Email: careers@onionlakehealth.org  
Mail: PO Box 70, Onion Lake, SK S0M 2E0