Financial Assistant

at  University of Toronto

DESCRIPTION:

UTemp is hiring!
UTemp is the University of Toronto’s short-term staffing service. The UTemp team handles each project with a unique hands-on approach to ensure we find the best candidate for the job. We strive to create long-lasting and successful relationships by finding individuals with strong professional office skills and work ethic.

ABOUT US:

Operations and Real Estate Partnerships Division (OREP) is the largest shared service division at the University of Toronto, providing a wide range of services to the University and serving three campuses. OREP is responsible for several key portfolios within the University, including Information Technology Services, Facilities and Services, University Planning Design & Construction, and Spaces & Experiences. We strive to provide efficient and effective services that support the University’s mission of knowledge creation, educational program delivery and community service. OREP Financial Strategy and Services Department works closely with other departments, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to manage OREP’s financial resources, enhance operational efficiency, and improve financial management capacity. The Finance Department ensures compliance, provides strategic advice, enhances support for the decision-making process, manages risks, optimizes financial processes, adopts new technologies, improves existing systems, and promotes best practices. Your opportunity:

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• College Diploma in accounting/finance or related field or above
• Proficiency in using SAP
• Proficiency in Excel, Word
• Prior experience in AP, AR, or general accounting tasks
• Familiarity with invoice processing and expense reimbursement workflows.
• Great attention to Detail and ability to process financial data with high accuracy and identify discrepancies efficiently.
• Strong ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Flexibility of taking on a variety of tasks. Willingness to learn and adapt to new financial systems and processes
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Good collaboration skills while work well independently.
  Start Date: Immediate
  Contract Length: 5-months
  Closing Date: 01/31/2025,11:59PM ET
  Employee Group: USW
  Appointment Type: Budget - Casual
  Schedule: Monday to Friday; 8:45am - 5:00pm
  Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $35.81/hour
  Job Category: Finance/Budget/Planning/Audi

• Process accounts payable invoices
• Process employee expense reimbursements
• Review supplier statements to identify and resolve any missing invoices.
• Enter invoices into the FIS system with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Perform accounts receivable tasks, including administrative functions such as renaming and attaching documents in FIS and handling light posting duties.
• Handle administrative duties as required