Accountant ( 12 - month contract)

Ontario Energy Board; Toronto; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as an Accountant on a 12-month contract. You will support financial reporting and compliance while collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates have a degree in Accounting and relevant experience, especially in public sector accounting.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in accounting or financial analysis.
• Preferably 2+ years with Public Sector Accounting Standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and Fiscal Year-End journal entries.
• Validate invoices for compliance with agreements and purchase orders.
• Support accounts payable month-end closing, including accruals.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

University degree in Accounting

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains

Job description

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Job ID: 740

Position Type: Union Temporary

Department: Finance

Salary Grade: 6 ($86,210 - $101,349)

Job Posting Close Date: 05/29/2025

The Ontario Energy Board is recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for three consecutive years.

We are passionate about the energy sector, committed to innovation, and dedicated to the economic and social development of Ontario. Our team is diverse, driven, transparent, and accountable, working daily to deliver public value to Ontarians.

We are the Ontario Energy Board.

Overview

Under the direction of the Manager, Finance & Risk, the Accountant supports the Financial Analyst, Senior Accountants, and oversees the Accounts Payable Coordinator role. The position provides accounting support for daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual entries to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining compliance with provincial government expense directives. It also involves preparing summary reports related to the Ontario Energy Board Act, Section 30, and Intervenor Cost Awards for senior management. Strong problem-solving, analytical, decision-making, and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with OEB People Leaders and vendors to create monthly and Fiscal Year-End expense and capital accruals by reviewing open contracts.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and Fiscal Year-End journal entries and accruals for the Senior Financial Analyst and Senior Accountants.
• Update bank and expense signing authority schedules regularly with staff, ELC, and the Board of Directors.
• Support the Senior Accountants by preparing and analyzing documentation requests for audits and financial statement reviews.
• Validate invoices for compliance with agreements and purchase orders.
• Support accounts payable month-end closing, including accruals.
• Create and invoice for payments supporting license renewals, submitting for approval.
• Assist in all aspects of Section 30 and Intervenor Cost Awards processes.
• Coordinate with Case Managers for invoice processing and payment details.
• Prepare memos for Intervenor Quarterly Cost Award payments and submit for approval.
• Follow up on invoices based on open PO reports.
• Respond to inquiries from Case Managers, People Leaders, and Commissioners regarding Section 30 Intervenor Case Summaries.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience, such as in accounting or financial analysis roles.
• Preferably 2+ years of experience with Public Sector Accounting Standards.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) or equivalent preferred; actively pursuing CPA designation required.
• Experience in a public sector environment is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, and risk awareness.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains is preferred.
• High accuracy, accountability, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

We are committed to accessibility and will provide accommodations upon request. Candidates should notify us of their needs early in the process. Questions can be directed to [e-mail].

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Utilities

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