General Accountant

Appletree Medical Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary medical group in Ottawa is seeking a General Accountant to manage full-cycle accounting for its subsidiaries. This role requires a minimum of two years of experience in general ledger accounting and demands strong communication skills. The successful candidate will contribute to monthly and year-end processes and maintain compliance with regulations. This position offers opportunities for growth and is suitable for driven individuals passionate about their career in finance.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible benefits plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience with general ledger accounting or full-cycle bookkeeping.
• CPA or working towards CPA designation is considered an asset.
• Experience working in a cloud-based, paperless environment considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-cycle general accounting for the company and its subsidiaries.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and year-end processes.
• Support the ongoing development of internal controls.

Skills

General ledger accounting

Full-cycle bookkeeping

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

University degree or college certificate in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Complex financial systems

Multiview

Job description

Who We Are

Appletree Shared Services Corporation is the most progressive multi-disciplinary medical group in Canada. We assist and manage the practices of Ontario’s best family physicians and specialists, including physicians offering virtual healthcare services. For over two decades, we have worked with bright and motivated individuals on our mission to improve access to community healthcare in Canada. Our journey is now leading us to help other parts of the world re-build access to healthcare in their own communities, and we are only just getting started. Come discover how you may join our talented team and participate in shaping the future of community healthcare.

Why You Should Join Us

At Appletree, we offer a wide range of career opportunities for individuals seeking experience in the healthcare industry. We have suitable positions for medical school hopefuls, for those interested in a career in healthcare, for foreign medical graduates, for those who are still searching for a career path, and for experienced professionals who are looking to make a positive impact in our community. We offer opportunities for growth, flexible work hours, access to premium healthcare services for you and your family, flexible benefits plan, and valuable experience that will jumpstart your career and continue your professional development.

The Opportunity

The General Accountant is responsible for providing full-cycle general accounting for Appletree Medical Group and its subsidiaries.

Compensation : Commensurate based on education and experience.

Benefits : health, dental, health and Life insurance, with eligibility beginning at 3 months of continuous full time employment.

Reports to : CEO

Career Path : Financial Analyst

What You’ll Do

The General Accountant is fully trained on and responsible for the following :

• Provide full-cycle general accounting for the company and its subsidiaries.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and year-end processes including, but not limited to, coordinating tasks with other accountants and internal business units, preparing working papers, analyzing financial statement line items, and investigating variances between actuals and budget.
• Provide accurate, timely, and complete accounting entries for balance sheet and income statement items in accordance with ASPE and corporate accounting policies.
• Support in the recording and reconciling of bank transactions.
• Maintain the processes and controls related to the safeguarding of assets.
• Reconcile accounting data to external sources.
• Audit supporting documents to substantiate financial transactions.
• Support the ongoing development of internal controls and implementation of financial best practices.
• Assist the ongoing development and implementation of accounting modules within the company’s financial system.
• Maintain compliance to all relevant regulatory bodies.
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and accounting of transactions.
• Act as a success partner for new colleagues, answer questions and provide support.
• Be an ambassador for Appletree Medical Group. Promote missions and values and motivate staff.
• Spearhead new initiatives (approved and assigned by direct manager). Contribute ideas and suggestions, based on prior experience and job knowledge. Liaise with other departments as appropriate.
• As vacancies occur within the Finance department, it is expected that the General Accountant assists with the coverage of duties based on business needs.
• Other duties, as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of two years of experience with general ledger accounting and / or full-cycle bookkeeping.
• University degree or college certificate / diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or working towards CPA designation is considered an asset.
• Excellent communication skills in English (spoken, written, reading and comprehension); other languages are considered an asset.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Technical knowledge of MS Office Suite, and experience working with complex financial systems.
• Experience working with Multiview is considered an asset.
• Knowledgeable on accounting principles, bookkeeping best practices.
• Adept at identifying and solving problems. Solution oriented.
• Works effectively in a team and independently. Is respectful of others.
• Is detailed oriented and willing to do what it takes to get the task done.
• Passionate about personal learning, training and ongoing development.
• Experience working in a cloud-based, paperless environment considered an asset.

What’s Next

Our process for hiring is rigorous. Our objective is to ensure that you are the right fit for us, just as we are for you. We promote fairness, equity, and diversity, as such, you will meet and speak to various people on our hiring team throughout the process. The screening stage begins with a brief phone interview. Successful applicants moving into the selection stage will be invited to an in‑person interview where more information about the position is given to the candidate. At that point you will have the opportunity to ask job‑specific questions and make an informed decision on whether you should join us.

Appletree is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Appletree will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].

About Appletree Medical Group

The Appletree difference

Founded in 1992, Appletree Medical Group is one of Canada’s largest multi-specialty groups. Our growing network of modern medical facilities across Ontario enables our doctors to provide world‑class medical care to our patients.

Working with highly‑trained staff and the latest technology, our physicians are able to deliver the best care possible for patients and their families in our communities.

Our Mission

Appletree Medical Group exists to professionalize, and improve access to, community healthcare in Canada. We provide comprehensive healthcare solutions when, and where, they are needed. We use technology and efficient clinic workflows to optimize medical practices for physicians, while creating flexible and accessible healthcare experiences for our patients.