Accounting Coordinator/Analyst (Contract)

Location: Toronto, ON
Start and date:   Start date: October 19, 2026 until December 31, 2026 – with the possibility of extension up to 6 months
Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm
Hourly 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 and annual journal entry adjustments, accruals, prepaids, amortization, re-allocation and corrections in order to accurately reflect financial information, such as cost allocations and account coding corrections;

2. Analyzes financial records, reconciles G/L accounts and bank accounts, prepares journal entries and investigates discrepancies as required; prepares various schedules for reporting and audit purposes, communicates with stakeholders and takes corrective actions;

3. Prepares Fixed Asset Capitalization and Amortization entries, update schedules and maintains backup documents.

4. Support accounting department staff to:

a. Complete daily cash balance reports

b. Complete various validation reports to confirm system integrity

c. Initiate notification of transfer between bank accounts and responds to cheque clearing confirmation requests.

d. Complete Society accounts receivable/cost recovery functions 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.

e. Reconcile General Leger Balance Sheet accounts and maintain related reconciliation schedules, including receivable, and various liability accounts.

f. Reconcile salaries and wage advance accounts

g. Prepare Ministry-mandated reports of Society clients’ Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) and Ontario Child Benefit Equivalency (OCBe) account activities;

h. Maintain accounting records and prepare reports related to clients’ OCBe, RESP, and Children In-Trust funds, providing client account reports/statements and responding to enquiries;

i. Maintain client-related accounts: Children’s Special Allowance (CSA), and Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB) funds;

j. Support in administration of inventory of gift cards.

k. Work with supervisor to Identify and implements continuous improvements. Also, support process and system changes carried out by the team.

l. Update GL download data files

m. Complete validations to support payment cycle.

n. Document existing and new processes as necessary.

5. Acts as an additional back-up to Financial staff as required.

6. Performs financial reporting/account analyses as requested for financial reports for Auditors.

7. Works in a safe manner in accordance with the Society’s health and safety policies and procedures and all relevant legislation.

8. Acts in accordance with and incorporates Society's Code of Ethics, Confidentiality, Anti-Oppression/Anti-Racism, Harassment & Discrimination policies, etc.

9. Uses sound judgment in consideration of financial resources.

10. Complies with Society’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 multi-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