Accountant

Our client is a growing, community-based organization that provides support for youth in the Region of Peel. They are a leading organization recognized for their commitment to providing youth with the resources and services to help them achieve independence and growth. The organization is looking for passionate people to join their vision and mission!

Are you passionate about accounting and supporting vulnerable youth?

The Pod Group is partnering with this amazing organization to place a resourceful, hands-on, and organized individual to fulfill the role of Accountant.

WHY YOUR ROLE MATTERS

As the Accountant, you will play a vital role in supporting the organization's financial activities and processes, overseeing the day-to-day operations and financial statements. This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a dedicated team making a real difference in the community. If you are a compassionate, motivated, and organized professional looking for purpose-driven work, we want to hear from you.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Accounting and Financial Management

• Prepare and monitor the annual budgets in collaboration with the leadership team.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly assessments and forecasts of the organization’s financial performance against budget, financial and operational goals.
• Perform a number of tasks including; preparation of monthly journal entries/accruals, administer and process accounts payable, preparation of cheques, and process payroll and group benefits programs, etc.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly reviews of funder financial reports and prepare funder report deliverables.
• Review monthly budget to actual for specific programs and assist managers in managing their budgets and assist managers with funder applications.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and financial data. Utilize financial data to improve efficiency. Recommend effective strategies for the financial well-being of the agency.
• Ensure the reconciliation of monthly activity (i.e.: petty cash), generating year-end reports, and fulfilling tax related requirements.
• Provide general financial support to the agency; prepare correspondence related letters, bank deposits, income tax receipts and other documents as requested.
• Monitor all fundraising and accounting systems and procedures capturing pledges, billings, and receipts and for the recording of all revenue transactions.
• Maintain working papers on deferred revenue, accruals, prepaids, and capital asset continuity.
• Prepare for and support annual audit including year-end accounting journal entries, year-end account reconciliations and all auditor requested working papers.
• Primary staff support to Finance Committee, preparing agenda, minutes, and reporting package.
• Prepares ad-hoc forecasts, financial analysis, pay equity analysis, cash flow statements monthly with continuous monitoring cash flow, and financial reports at the direction of the CEO and Finance Committee to ensure all financial obligations are met.

Organizational Leadership

• Liaison with the Director of Finance and CEO, assisting in the development of strategic plans, operational plans and program budgets, ensuring managers and supervisors are fiscally aligned with program and funding requirements.
• Provide supervision and support to the Finance Coordinator.

Risk Management

• Support risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee organizational insurance policies.

Fundraising

• Planning and supporting Fundraising plans, systems and financial requirements, including the support of grant writing and reporting (impact reports).
• Other duties and assignments that support the overall mission and vision of the organization.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Post-secondary education in Accounting or a related field.
• CPA designation is considered an asset.
• 3-5 years of experience working in an accounting or finance leadership capacity, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Understanding of day-to-day financial operations in relation to a non-profit, as well as an understanding of the broader housing sector in Peel.
• Demonstrated experience in providing leadership and working with managers, directors, and CEO to meet financial goals.
• Experience working with budgets, audits, funding proposals, and completing funding requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work well in a consultative, team-oriented environment. Exceptional personal interaction skills.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in the use of computer applications, including MS Office applications and accounting software.
• Excellent time-management skills. Flexible work hours are required.

OUR COMMITMENT TO EDIB

The success of an organization stems from a team that is aligned with its mission and vision, where decisions are made in the best interests of the clients they serve and the marginalized and vulnerable populations across our communities. Through this effort, all team members embrace their roles in the organization with respect and dignity for all stakeholders. Through these partnerships, everyone is focused on ensuring a commitment and responsibility toward anti-racism, anti-oppression, equity, diversity, inclusivity, and belonging.

OUR PARTNERSHIP - THE POD GROUP

The Pod Group (PG) connects candidates with amazing career opportunities in Ontario! We collaborate extensively with not-for-profit and community-based organizations, including health, social services, developmental, housing, mental health, and community health care.

We promote a unique candidate experience that integrates equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in our engagement with candidates. Our recruitment strategy focuses on learning more about your career goals and aligning your passion with mission-driven work.

We thank you for your interest in applying!

Salary Range: $65,000 to $75,000 CAD Annually

Vacancy: Current Opening