Summer Worker Student in Accounting

Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!

Job Description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal Quebec the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
Under the supervision of the Manager Finance Operations and Compliance the incumbent will work for the Finance Division and get exposed throughout the mandate to the full scope of the roles and responsibilities within the accounting department and support the team members in multiple initiatives and projects.

General Duties
Reviews validates codes and processes invoices and payment requisitions ensuring compliance to granting agency rules RI policies and procedures and in accordance with government statutory requirements regarding sales taxes.
Enters transactions in the accounting system Virtuo ensures that data is recorded accurately and in a timely manner for the weekly check run.
Validates payment terms to ensure payment will be generated at the correct time
Review vendors statements on outstanding payables and resolve invoicing issues and discrepancies
Prepare and process invoices
Analyse various account balances (customers pre-paid assets and obligations) and
Perform Journal entries under supervision of senior accountants.

Website of the organization

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Education / Experience

Education: Student of CEGEP or University level

Work Experience: No experience required

Required Skills

Advanced knowledge of oral and written French is required.
An advanced knowledge of oral and written English is required as the position requires regular and complex contact with researchers or international students who are exclusively proficient in English.
Student in accounting
Sound knowledge of general office routines
Detail-oriented
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
Autonomous
Good organizational interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional information

Status : Temporary Full-time June to end of August.
Pay Scale: $16.60 - $27.09. Commensurate with education and work experience.
Work Shift: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30p.m. Mondays to Fridays.
Work Site: 2155 Guy street Downtown Montreal. Hybrid.

Why work with us
Bank of 12 paid days (personal days and days for sickness or family obligations)
13 paid statutory holidays
Telemedicine
RREGOP (defined benefit government pension plan)
Training and professional development opportunities
Child Care Centres
Corporate Discounts (OPUS Perkopolis)
Competitive monthly parking rate
Employee Assistance Program
Recognition Program
Flex work options and much more

***If you wish to include a cover letter please attach it with your resume in one document. ***

Join our team to gain research experience and to be part of a dynamic and highly inclusive team.

IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities women Indigenous persons persons with disabilities ethnic minorities and 2SLGBTQIA persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact