Job Description

Job Title: Accounting & Settlement Specialist
Location: Oakville, Ontario
Employment Type: Temporary 6-months, Full-Time (with potential for extension)

Overview
We are seeking an Accounting & Settlement Specialist to join a busy finance team. This role is ideal for candidates with accounting knowledge who are detail-oriented, enjoy investigative work, and thrive in fast-paced environments. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate daily settlements, reconciliations, and month-end close activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily reconciliation and settlement of multiple payment types (credit, debit, gift cards, loyalty programs, etc.).

• Investigate and resolve out-of-balance situations and discrepancies in financial transactions.

• Prepare and execute month-end journal entries, invoices, and balance sheet account reconciliations.

• Generate month-end financial reports and support internal/external audits with required documentation.

• Review and process adjustments and chargebacks while meeting service level deadlines.

• Communicate with internal stakeholders to resolve inquiries and provide guidance on transaction processes.

• Support system and reporting improvements by working with IT and business analysts.

• Maintain compliance with documented internal controls, risk management, and accounting standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or settlement operations.

• Strong reconciliation and month-end close experience.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP/accounting systems is an asset.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work with urgency and accuracy under deadlines.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.