Junior Accountant, Finance in Toronto, Ontario at Sterling Capital Ltd.

About Sterling Brokers

Sterling is the leading Benefits Management Platform in Canada. We create best-in-class client experiences through technology, product and expertise. In Canada our products include Employee Benefit plan design, access to wellness partners and access to the insurance carrier market along with specialized plans only Sterling can deliver. Our technology ensures that HR teams and businesses are provided with the latest digital enrolment technology for their staff. Our advisors and account service teams are dedicated to providing employers with unwavering people-first support.

If you possess the skill set we are looking for, submit your resume through this job portal to be considered for this new opportunity.

About the Role

The Junior Accountant plays an important role in the finance function at Sterling Brokers. This role provides day-to-day accounting support across our subsidiary brands, assisting with journal entries, reconciliations, and payroll-adjacent tasks while working within tight month, quarter, and year-end timelines. This role collaborates closely with the broader Finance team, requiring strong organizational skills and a customer-service mindset to be successful in a fast-paced, changing environment.

This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum one day per week in office at our Toronto Headquarters Location; the specific day and time will be determined with the hiring manager.

Client Billing & Invoicing

• Post HSA invoices to Sterling platform and NetSuite

• Prepare manual invoices and manual adjustments

• Review invoices prior to distribution

• Process PAD (pre-authorized debit) runs, twice monthly

• Manage PAD exceptions

• Complete invoice approvals at the start of each month

• Send client invoice reminders and follow up on outstanding payments

Client & Account Support

• Respond to client queries and communications

• Conduct rate reviews

• Process bridge coverage requests

• Complete new group uploads

• Process client terminations

• Follow up on failed, expired, or declined payments

Office & Compliance

• Deposit cheques, scan incoming mail, and maintain filing

• Commission statement download, scan and filing

• Support audit requests and documentation

• Other tasks as required

• University degree required; a concentration in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management is preferred

• 2+ years of experience working in a mid-sized Finance environment

• Some experience with payroll is preferred

• 2+ years of experience booking journal entries; NetSuite experience is considered an asset

• Demonstrated ability to work within tight timelines for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close

• Proven ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced, changing environment

• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• $40,000 - $60,000 (CAD) base salary

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

• Opportunities to grow with a high-performing, technology-enabled organization