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Accounting Clerk
We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join our team in Markham, Ontario. This is a long-term contract position, offering an excellent opportunity to support a busy office environment during its peak season. The role involves handling a variety of administrative and accounting tasks, contributing to the smooth operation of daily activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and record donations and gifts into the system, ensuring accuracy and timely entry.<br>• Open, sort, and manage incoming mail, including tallying and batching donations.<br>• Provide administrative support for fundraising activities and seasonal campaigns.<br>• Perform data entry tasks using QuickBooks Desktop and Raiser's Edge to maintain financial records.<br>• Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing and reconciliation.<br>• Respond to donor inquiries and walk-in visitors, offering a welcoming and positive experience.<br>• Support office operations by handling various administrative duties and adapting to changing priorities.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure deadlines are met during busy periods.<br>• Manage spreadsheets and reports using Microsoft Excel to track and analyze data.<br>• Help maintain an organized and efficient office environment by performing general clerical tasks.
• Proven experience in accounting or administrative roles, preferably in a not-for-profit setting.<br>• Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop and Raiser's Edge, or similar financial and CRM software.<br>• Strong skills in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and data entry.<br>• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel for creating and managing spreadsheets.<br>• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.<br>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with donors and team members.<br>• Flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and support various office functions.<br>• Positive attitude and a commitment to providing exceptional support during busy periods.
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  • Markham, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 19.40 - 22.46 CAD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Clerk to join our team in Markham, Ontario. This is a long-term contract position, offering an excellent opportunity to support a busy office environment during its peak season. The role involves handling a variety of administrative and accounting tasks, contributing to the smooth operation of daily activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and record donations and gifts into the system, ensuring accuracy and timely entry.<br>• Open, sort, and manage incoming mail, including tallying and batching donations.<br>• Provide administrative support for fundraising activities and seasonal campaigns.<br>• Perform data entry tasks using QuickBooks Desktop and Raiser's Edge to maintain financial records.<br>• Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes, including invoice processing and reconciliation.<br>• Respond to donor inquiries and walk-in visitors, offering a welcoming and positive experience.<br>• Support office operations by handling various administrative duties and adapting to changing priorities.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure deadlines are met during busy periods.<br>• Manage spreadsheets and reports using Microsoft Excel to track and analyze data.<br>• Help maintain an organized and efficient office environment by performing general clerical tasks.
  • 2025-09-12T20:39:08Z

Accounting Clerk Job in Markham | Robert Half