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Job ID 73827 Job Title ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT (II) Regular/Temporary Regular Location HSC- Central Campus Open Date 01/27/2026 Job Type Continuing Close Date 02/09/2026 Employee Group Unifor Unit 1, Staff Favorite Job Department Medicine Full/Part Time Full-Time Salary Grade/Band Grade 5 Salary Range $ $34.04 (hourly) Job Code JD0651 Existing Vacancy Yes - Newly Created Position Target Number of Openings 1 Hours per Week 35 Posting Details Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Education Level 2-year Community College diploma in Accounting or a related field of study. Career Level Requires 3 years of relevant experience. Anticipated Fill Date As soon as possible Existing Vacancy? Yes Job Description Number JD00651 Job Description Unit Summary: The Michael G. DeGroote Centre for Transfusion Research (MCTR) is an academic research centre based at McMaster University. The Centre is dedicated to improving health outcomes for both blood transfusion recipients and blood donors, while also ensuring the safety and sustainability of the blood supply. MCTR''s diverse research portfolio includes clinical trials, large-scale database studies, and laboratory-based discovery science. Reporting to the Budget & Financial Analyst, the Accounting Assistant will provide support for the financial and administrative operations of MCTR. This role is integral to the smooth functioning of the Centre, assisting with billing, account collections, financial transactions, data entry, and administrative support of Centre activities. Job Summary: The Accounting Assistant (II) will be responsible for applying a thorough knowledge and understanding of accounting policies and procedures to process financial transactions. This position records, classifies and summarizes accounting data according to established procedures. The successful incumbent ensures accuracy and compliance with existing guidelines, policies, and procedures, and provides guidance and training to staff on proper accounting procedures and the use of financial systems. Accountabilities: Perform various analyses and reconciliations of accounts. Provide training and guidance to others on relevant accounting procedures and the use of financial systems. Generate reports and account statements and review for accuracy. Calculate, prepare and issue invoices, cheques, account statements and other financial statements according to established procedures. Receive, send, sort, verify, process and prepare various documents such as purchase orders, invoices, cheque requisitions, receivables, and payables. Process, verify, and balance financial records and business transactions, such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. Investigate discrepancies using established procedures. Assist with internal and external audits by providing backup documentation related to audit items. Monitor and reconcile statements and participate in the reconciliation of accounts. Prepare and generate a variety of scheduled and ad hoc reports. Update, maintain, and verify information in a variety of spreadsheets and databases. Balance and control cash receipts, including floats, petty cash and cheques. Write a variety of formal notes and records using form letters and templates. Apply standard mathematical skills such as calculations, formulas, and equations to perform routine calculations. Answer inquiries via telephone, email, and in person that are specific in nature. Maintain filing systems, both electronic and hard copy. Skills and Qualifications: 2-year Community College diploma in Accounting or a related field of study. Requires 3 years of relevant experience. The following is also an asset: Passion for accounting, finance, business administration or operations. Experience with billing procedures, invoice processing, & account reconciliation. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications. Exceptional attention to detail, organizational and time management skills. Additional Information To apply for this position eligible applicants should submit the following in one PDF document: Cover letter summarizing your relevant experience Resume Employment Equity Statement McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the ''Dish With One Spoon'' wampum agreement. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Mtis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. As part of McMaster''s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information. Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact: Human Resources Service Centre at ext. 222-HR , or Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679 to communicate accommodation needs. Vaccination Mandate - FHS This position is located in a host hospital or other healthcare site that has an active vaccination mandate in place. Successful applicants will need to comply with these and any other health and safety measures necessary as part of their appointment. AI Statement McMaster and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment platform does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process.