CharityVillage

Why Work for Toronto Foundation for Student Success (TFSS):

TFSS is recognized as a top 100 charity and a top 10 youth charity in Canada. You will be part of a thriving organization that truly makes a direct, positive impact on the lives of children and youth across Toronto.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Clerk provides broad support to the Finance Department in addition to the responsibilities listed below.

• Process invoices for payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Perform day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting & recording accounts payable data
• Collaborate with the Food and Logistics team to review and verify large volume of invoices
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and ensure accuracy of entries
• Monitor vendor accounts to ensure payments are up to date
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and issues by corresponding to vendor inquiries
• Assist with month-end closing activities.
• Provide supporting documentation for audits
• Maintain accurate and organized vendor files and records
• Other clerical and administrative duties as assigned

This is a part-time opportunity, working three days per week (21 hours per week). Work days are flexible; we will work with the successful individual to determine which three days of the week work best. This position is eligible to participate in the hybrid/in-office work program, with one day per week working remotely.

Education, Experience and Skills

Requirements:

• Minimum 2+ years of proven working experience as an Accounting Clerk (or in a similar role)
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, and accounting software
• Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• High degree of integrity and confidentiality
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure

Please note that as a condition of employment, the successful applicant must complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Reference Check. 
 
How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to recruitment@tfss.ca. In your cover letter, please let us know why this position is a fit for you. Please note that we only accept applications by email. Online applications on job boards will not be reviewed.

The application deadline is August 1, 2024.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

TFSS is committed to a policy of access and equity in its hiring practices. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted. To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at www.tfss.ca.