Assistant Controller

Randstad Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Controller for a 6-8 month contract in a hybrid work environment. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the nonprofit sector by leveraging your financial expertise. You will be responsible for preparing journal entries, maintaining ledgers, and ensuring compliance with GAAP. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a real difference and enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. If you thrive in a mission-driven environment and are ready to tackle financial challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive contract salary

Flexible work arrangements

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a finance role, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
• Solid knowledge of GAAP and financial best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, maintain ledgers, and perform reconciliations.
• Generate and analyze monthly financial reports and review variances.

Skills

Financial Analysis

GAAP Compliance

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Diploma in Accounting

Degree in Accounting

Job description

Assistant Controller (6-8 Month Contract) Hybrid Work Environment

Are you a finance professional looking to make an impact in the nonprofit sector? We’re seeking an Assistant Controller for a 6-8 month contract to bring expertise, enthusiasm, and efficiency to our client's finance team. If you thrive in a mission-driven environment and enjoy tackling financial challenges, we want to hear from you!

Advantages

• Be part of a purpose-driven organization making a real impact.
• Work with a supportive and passionate team.
• Competitive contract salary with flexibility in work arrangements.

Responsibilities

1. Prepare journal entries, maintain ledgers, and perform reconciliations and financial analysis.
2. Review Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions.
3. Verify deposits and receivables while ensuring accurate and timely bank reconciliations.
4. Generate and analyze monthly financial reports, reviewing variances.
5. Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records.
6. Prepare and submit quarterly HST returns.
7. Assist with monthly and year-end financial reporting.
8. Analyze accounting data to support financial decision-making.
9. Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies.

Qualifications

1. 3 to 5 years experience in a similar role, ideally from within the NFP sector.
2. Diploma or Degree in Accounting.
3. Solid knowledge of GAAP and financial best practices.
4. Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Summary

If you’re ready to bring your financial expertise to a nonprofit organization where your work matters, apply today! We can’t wait to meet you.

Please click "Apply" or email [e-mail] with the subject "Assistant Controller - NFPr".

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