We're excited to be partnering with one of our non-profit clients for the recruitment of an Accounting and Payroll Specialist to support financial operations during a temporary leave of absence.

This is a hybrid role based in one of our Canadian office hubs (Ontario or British Columbia), with 3 days in office per week. This is a short-term contract role (approx. 8 weeks) with potential for extension.

The ideal candidate brings strong expertise with the full accounting cycle and Canadian payroll.

Responsibilities
Accounting:

• Prepare monthly financial statements
• Complete monthly reconciliations for bank, revenue, and balance sheet accounts
• Assist with year-end audits
• File HST/GST and provincial tax remittances in compliance with regulatory timelines
• Identify and recommend accounting process enhancements and support documentation efforts
• Serve as a backup to other members of the Finance team as needed

Payroll:

• Process bi-weekly payroll in compliance with multi-jurisdictional employment regulations
• Reconcile payroll registers to general ledger and bank records; prepare payroll journal entries
• Prepare Records of Employment (ROE), T4/T4A slips, and year-end payroll reporting
• Administer group benefits, providing support to staff on related matters

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Strong experience with Canadian payroll legislation (ideally multi-province)
• Proven ability to manage financial reporting and revenue recognition
• Experience working in a not-for-profit or public sector environment
• Comfortable with cloud-based accounting and payroll systems
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline
• Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or equivalent experience preferred
• CPA designation or in-progress preferred

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.