Our not-for-profit client in Downtown Toronto is seeking an Accountant to join their team. This position is a 13-month contract to cover a maternity leave absence. This role would require the successful candidate to be in office 3 days a week. 

 

Responsibilities:

• Review and verify accounting and financial information, including vendor invoices, expense reports, and per diem cost sheets, ensuring accuracy and eligibility.
• Review and post accounts payable invoices and expense reports, ensuring proper allocation of payments to the correct general ledger accounts and grants
• Maintain organized filing systems for supplier/vendor invoices, expense reports, and contracts.
• Review per diem cost sheets and expense reports for program staff, ensuring compliance with travel policies.
• Prepare bank account reconciliations and investigate any unreconciled or uncleared transactions, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution.
• Prepare and reconcile credit card statements, enter related transactions into the accounting system, and follow up with staff on any pending invoices, receipts, or transaction descriptions.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly accruals and journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare cash investment summaries, providing an overview of cash management activities.

 

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree in accounting.
• Experience with non-profit organizations is an asset. Familiarity with expense reporting, grant accounting, and travel policies is a plus.
• CPA student preferred.
• Must have a minimum of one-year of hands-on experience with QuickBooks or any other accounting software.
• Proficient in Excel and skilled in creating reports using formulas and formatting.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.