Finance Officer

Stevenson & White; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected not-for-profit organization in Ottawa is seeking a Finance Officer to support daily financial transactions and assist with financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have formal accounting education and a minimum of 3 years of accounting experience. Competitive salary of $60,000-$68,000, along with benefits and a flexible hybrid working schedule are offered.

Benefits

RRSP matching plan

3 weeks’ vacation plus Christmas shutdown

Great benefits starting day 1

Unique and exciting perks

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years accounting experience.
• Previous experience in a not-for-profit organization is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with close process tasks including reconciliations and preparing monthly statements.
• Prepare budget templates, contract invoices, and credit card reconciliations.
• Monitor and verify financial data integrity, identifying any risks and resolving irregularities.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Strong analytical skills

Education

Formal accounting education

Tools

MS Business Central

Job description

Location : Ottawa, Ontario

Type : Permanent

Job #4683

Job #4683 – Are you looking for a new challenge in an exciting industry? We have the perfect opportunity for you to join a very well-respected not-for-profit organization as their Finance Officer. In this role, you will provide support for the daily financial transactions as well as assist with financial reporting requirements and continuous system improvements. If you are a strong multi-tasker and excited to be the right hand to the Director, Finance Risks & Operations, this position is for you! Main responsibilities include :

• Assist with close process tasks including reconciliations, preparing monthly statements and monitoring bank accounts
• Prepare budget templates, contract invoices and credit card reconciliations
• Prepare year-end auditing working papers and provide audit support as needed
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Monitor and verify financial data integrity, identify any risks and resolve any irregularities or risks
• Prepare government forms, charity returns and support travel reconciliations
• Review and implement financial policies and provide recommendations for system improvements and solutions

This is an exciting opportunity that offers excellent work-life balance and compensation as well as other exciting and unique perks – don’t wait, apply now!

Qualifications

Mandatory :

The main qualifications for this role include :

• Formal accounting education
• Minimum 3+ years accounting experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical skills

Definite Assets :

• CPA designation completed or in progress
• Previous experience in a not-for-profit organization
• MS Business Central

How You Will be Rewarded :

• 60,000 – $68,000 annual salary
• Great benefits starting day 1!
• 3 weeks’ vacation plus Christmas shutdown
• RRSP matching plan
• Flexible hybrid working schedule
• Unique and exciting perks

Location : Ottawa

Internal Job ID# : 4683

Recruiter Name : Paul Stevenson