Accounting Coordinator/Analyst (Contract)

Location: Toronto, ON
Start and date:   October 13, 2025 – December 26 th 2025,
Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm
Salary: $41.66

PURPOSE

Reporting to the Accounting Supervisor, the Accounting Analyst supports the financial reporting and analysis processes. Preforms monthly and quarterly close of the AR and AP sub-ledger. Prepares journal entries, payment requisitions. Maintains various schedules and supporting documents. Supports AP and AR processes. Analyses and reconciles general ledger accounts. Contribute to implementation of continuous improvement projects.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepares month-end journal entry adjustments, accruals and corrections in order to accurately reflect financial information, such as cost allocations and account coding corrections; Prepares Fixed Asset Capitalization and Amortization entries, update schedules and maintains backup documents.
2. Analyzes financial records, reconciles G/L accounts and bank accounts, and investigates discrepancies on a monthly basis; communicates with stakeholders and takes corrective actions; initiates notification of transfer between bank accounts, and responds to cheque clearing confirmation requests.
3. Responsible for accounts receivable/cost recovery function and record keeping related to services provided to other agencies, such as salary/benefit recoveries of seconded employees and others; review and interpret agreements and prepares billings accordingly. Closing and balance sub-ledger reports to GL.
4. Prepares payment requisitions for payroll deductions such as United Way, Union dues, Credit Union, Foundation, WSIB and others as required.
5. Reconciles General Leger Balance Sheet accounts and maintains related reconciliation schedules, including receivable, and various liability accounts.
6. Reconciles salaries and wages advance accounts every month on an ongoing basis.
7. Prepares Ministry-mandated reports of clients’ Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) and Ontario Child Benefit Equivalency (OCBe) account activities;
8. Responsible for maintaining accounting records and preparing reports related to clients’ OCBe, RESP, and Children In-Trust funds, providing client account reports/statements and responding to enquiries;
9. In a back-up capacity, responsible for other client-related accounts: Children’s Special Allowance (CSA), and Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB) funds;
10. Support in administration of inventory of gift cards.
11. Custodian of cheques and bank letters. Responsible for stock storage, sign out books, storage keys, monitoring supply, and initiating restocking.
12. Work with supervisor to Identify and implements continuous improvements. Also, support process and system changes carried out by the team.
13. Acts as an additional back-up to Financial staff as required.
14. Performs financial reporting/account analyses as requested for financial reports for Auditors.
15. Works in a safe manner in accordance with the health and safety policies and procedures and all relevant legislation.
16. Acts in accordance with and incorporates Code of Ethics, Confidentiality, Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism, Harassment & Discrimination policies, etc.
17. Uses sound judgment in consideration of financial resources.
18. Complies with company's financial policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
· College diploma or degree in Finance, Business or Accounting
· Completion or working towards (intermediate standing) a professional accounting designation (CPA, CMA, CGA, or equivalent) is required
· 3 (three) years relevant experience in financial analysis

Knowledge and Skills:
· Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and sound ability in accounting practices and procedures.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including advanced Excel skills.
· Developed interpersonal, customer service skills to work cooperatively with staff.
· Strong written and oral communication skills
· Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
· A proven record in mutli-tasking organizing prioritizing and meeting tight deadlines
· Quality and detail oriented
· Self-starter with the ability and confidence to work autonomously, yet able to take direction
· Ability to adapt to the changing need of the team, the branch as well as work in a fast-paced setting.

Assets:
· Experience interacting with relational databases and BI tools
· Familiarity with the Child Welfare sector
· Experience implementing and assessing internal controls
· Familiar with enterprise risk management programs