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Abstract Developments is searching for a talented Accounting Clerk to join our growing, award-winning team.

The Accounting Clerk (“AC”) is a key component of Abstract’s Accounting and Finance team and is the financial cornerstone for recording the Company’s detailed AP and AR transactions.  Reporting to the Controller, the AC is responsible for a wide range of tasks, and ensuring data is complete, accurate, and in accordance with underlying contracts.  

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for receiving, processing, verifying and obtaining approval of invoices related to accounts payable
• Provide the Project Accountants with support to the various construction projects by matching purchase orders, subcontracts and packing slips to invoices ensuring documents meet approval requirements
• Ensure AP invoices reconcile with the schedule of values
• Ensure subcontractor holdback releases are completed per policy and procedures
• Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements
• Accurate bank reconciliations for multiple company bank accounts
• Preparing cheques and ensuring timely payments to vendors
• Preparation and posting of cash receipts
• Preparing bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements
• Research, track and restore accounting documentation problems and discrepancies
• Collecting and entering employee expense reimbursements
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger
• High attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Adhoc duties assigned by the Controller
• Liaise with project team, vendors, and other staff as required
• Support all organizational teams as required
• Uphold the values of “Passion, Quality, Integrity” in all aspects of work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ideally two (2) years of related experience
• Knowledge of GAAP and real estate related accounting practices
• Strong work ethic and sense of responsibility and confidentiality
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office (SharePoint, Teams, Excel, Word, etc.)
• Basic understanding of project contractual commercial terms
• Jonas Premier accounting software experience preferred

LIMITATIONS & DISCLAIMER

The above position description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by the individual in the position.  It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all knowledge, skills, abilities, responsibilities, duties, physical job demands, and working conditions associated with the position.

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Abstract Developments offers an excellent Total Rewards package including competitive salary, extended health, dental, vision, and Rx coverage, employee wellness program, employee profit sharing, complimentary snacks, and a dog-friendly office.

Abstract Developments is an equal opportunity employer where we value what makes you uniquely you. If you require any accommodation during the application process, please email info@abstractdevelopments.com. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.