Accountant, AP Specialist

Canada's National Ballet School; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Pension plan

4 weeks vacation

Professional development

Employee discounts

Hybrid work model

onsite café & discounts

Job summary

Canada’s National Ballet School is hiring an Accountant, AP Specialist to strengthen accounts payable/receivable and general accounting. You will help modernize financial systems, support budgeting and forecasting, and provide timely reporting to inform decisions across the organization.

The role reports to the Controller and involves improving processes, testing financial systems, and collaborating with departments to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of accounting, financial reporting, and analysis.
• Experience with accounts payable and general accounting processes.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Manage core accounting activities: AP, AR, and general accounting.
• Improve financial processes: modernize AP systems and automate manual tasks.
• Support financial systems: upgrades and improvements to Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT.
• Contribute to financial close: month-end and year-end reconciliations and reporting.
• Support budgeting and forecasting: monthly, quarterly, and annual activities.
• Develop financial reporting: dashboards and reports with budget managers across departments.
• Promote data accuracy and continuous improvement.

Skills

Accounting

Analytical thinking

Excel

Communication

Education

Degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT

Job description

Are you passionate about using financial expertise and innovative thinking to make a meaningful impact? Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) is excited to invite applications for the full-time, permanent position of Accountant, AP Specialist. This is an opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a vibrant arts and education institution while helping modernize systems, streamline processes, and support informed decision‑making.

About Us

Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) is a leading arts and education institution dedicated to excellence in dance training, community programming, and health initiatives. NBS has 300+ employees supporting programs ranging from professional ballet training, community engagement, and groundbreaking health initiatives. NBS fosters a collaborative, creative environment rooted in inclusion and continuous growth.

The Role

Reporting to the Controller, the Accountant, AP Specialist supports day-to-day accounting activities while contributing to the improvement and modernization of NBS’s financial systems and processes. This role brings together accounting knowledge, technical skills, and analytical thinking to strengthen accounts payable and receivable processes, support general accounting, and help identify opportunities to automate manual workflows. The successful candidate will also contribute to financial reporting, reconciliations, budgeting and forecasting, and month-end and year-end close activities – helping ensure accurate, timely financial information to support decisions across the organization.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• You’ll help improve and modernize financial systems and processes
• You’ll collaborate with colleagues across departments to support sound financial decisions
• You’ll combine hands-on accounting work with analysis and process improvement
• You’ll contribute to the work of a purpose-driven arts and education organization

What You’ll Do

• Manage Core Accounting Activities: Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting activities at NBS.
• Improve Financial Processes: Help modernize accounts payable systems, processes, and workflows by identifying, testing, and implementing solutions to automate manual tasks.
• Support Financial Systems: Maintain and support upgrades and improvements to the Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT financial system.
• Contribute to Financial Close: Support month-end and year-end financial close processes, including reconciliations and accurate financial reporting.
• Support Budgeting and Forecasting: Participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Develop Financial Reporting: Prepare and maintain financial reports and dashboards in collaboration with budget managers across NBS departments.
• Promote Data Accuracy: Support the accurate and timely reporting of financial data and recommend opportunities for continuous improvement.

What You Bring:

We value curiosity, collaboration, and a willingness to improve how work gets done. If you bring relevant accounting experience and a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.

• Post-secondary education in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field;
• 2-5 years of experience in accounting, financial reporting, and analysis
• Experience with accounts payable and general accounting processes
• Experience with financial system testing and implementation
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to handle a high volume of work with minimal supervision while working independently and collaboratively
• Sound judgement and analytical problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify errors, analyze reports, and determine appropriate corrective actions

Compensation

Salary Range: $63,000–$67,000 annually, commensurate with experience and aligned with internal equity.

Total Rewards

• Health & Wellness Benefits: Dental, Health, Paramedical, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program
• Standard 35-hour work week
• Employer-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Paid vacation time starting at 4 weeks
• Commitment to work-life balance
• Professional development opportunities
• Discounted rates for NBS Adult Ballet Classes
• Employee discount at The Shoe Room, our dance retail store
• Subsidized lunch, beverages and snacks at our onsite café
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment: Join our EDI Committee or Social Committee and participate in monthly employee events!
• This is a hybrid position, with the option of working remotely twice weekly

Our Commitment To Equity & Accessibility

NBS is committed to addressing systemic inequities in every facet of our organization, including programs, policies, and practices. It is NBS’ top priority to build a remarkable and talented workforce that reflects the diversity of the City of Toronto. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially welcoming those with diverse intersectional identities who bring unique perspectives and contribute to the diversification of ideas.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us.

Successful candidates must supply Canada’s National Ballet School with a Police Reference Check in accordance with the School’s Child Abuse/Sexual Abuse Prevention Policy; this will be coordinated through the Human Resources Department at NBS

Please note

This role is for an existing vacancy.