Accounting Clerk, Toronto Zoo, Scarborough, ON

August 26, 2026

Working Title: Accounting Clerk, Toronto Zoo, Scarborough, ON Employment Status: Full-Time Starting Hourly Rate: $21.60 per hour Address: 361A Old Finch Ave Scarborough ON M1B 5K7 New Hire Schedule: Mainly weekdays, partial or rotating weekendsYou might not know our name, but you know where we are. Thats because Compass Group Canada is part of a global foodservice and support services company thats the 6th largest employer in the world, with 625,000 employees.Youll find us in schools, colleges, hospitals, office buildings, senior living communities, tourist attractions, sports venues, remote camps and military installations and more. Were in all major cities, at remote work sites and everywhere in between doing business in Canada and 50+ other countries where you can learn and grow. Join us now and point your career forward! Why work with Levy Canada? Operating in over 200 locations across North America, Levy leverages unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences at arenas, convention centres, entertainment venues and more.From suites and concessions, to high-profile events, we are passionate about delivering the most memorable food and beverage experiences for our partners and guests. Job Summary How you will make an impact: You will be responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and reconciling bank statements. You will use accounting software programs to process business transactions, such as accounts payable and receivable, disbursements, expense vouchers and receipts. As an Accounting Clerk, you will: <ul><li>Provide accounting and clerical support to the accounting department</li><li>Type accurately, prepare and maintain accounting documents and records</li><li>Prepare bank deposits, general ledger postings and statements</li><li>Reconcile accounts in a timely manner</li><li>Enter daily key data of financial transactions in database</li><li>Research, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies</li><li>Inform management and compile reports/summaries on activity areas</li></ul> About you: <ul><li>Post-secondary degree/diploma or relevant certification</li><li>Proven accounting experience, preferably as an Accounts Receivable Clerk or Accounts Payable Clerk</li><li>Familiarity with bookkeeping and basic accounting procedures</li><li>Competency in MS Office, databases, and accounting software</li><li>Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and financial reports</li><li>Well organized and attention to detail</li><li>Aptitude for numbers</li><li>Ability to perform data entry, filing and record keeping tasks</li></ul> Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital / family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability or persons who may require an accommodation, to apply.For accommodation requests during the hiring process, please contact PeopleHub@compass-canada.com for further information.

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