Accounting technician and payroll.

Job Duties:

Maintain accurate financial records and complete sets of books using modern accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage), in compliance with Canadian GAAP and standards for housing and community services organizations.

Process daily transactions, including incoming funds (housing fees, service revenue, grants) and outgoing payments; prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.

Reconcile bank statements, credit cards, petty cash, and other accounts; prepare trial balances and resolve discrepancies.

Prepare monthly/quarterly financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, statement of cash flows) and customized management or project reports.

Calculate, process, and remit payroll, including statutory deductions (CPP, EI, income tax), benefits, T4 slips, and staff payments for the operational team.

Manage accounts payable: review, code, and process payments for utilities, supplies, contractors, property maintenance, and operational expenses.

Prepare and file government remittances and returns, including source deductions (CPP, EI, income tax), GST/HST remittances, and support year-end tax compliance and filings.

Assist with budgeting for housing projects and community services; track project-specific and restricted funds, monitor budget variances, ensure proper resource allocation, and support internal controls, audits, and funding reporting requirements.

Skills and Additional Requirements:

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and strong Microsoft Excel and Office Suite skills.

High attention to detail, excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Minimum 4+ years of relevant bookkeeping or accounting experience.

Fluency in English (written and verbal).

Fluency in Chinese (an asset).