senior accountant

Canadian Mathematical Society; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Ottawa, ON, is seeking a Senior Accountant to provide timely financial services. The role offers a flexible schedule within a close-knit team promoting mathematics in Canada. Ideal candidates will have a degree in accounting, over 2 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Sage ERP and Excel. Benefits include health and dental coverage, along with a pension plan.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Generous pension plan

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience with full accounting cycle and auditing.
• Experience with non-profit organizations.

Responsibilities

• Preparing invoices and deposits.
• Posting accounts payable and receivable.
• Monthly reports and internal audits.

Skills

Experience with full accounting cycle

Experience with auditing

Discretion in communication

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Diligence and accuracy

Education

Degree in accounting or similar

Tools

Sage ERP

Excel

Job description

Posted on August 08, 2025 by Employer details Canadian Mathematical Society

Senior Accountant

The CMS provides a great working environment with good work/life balance. The hours are 35 hours per week and are flexible. Health and dental benefits as well as a generous pension plan are provided. We are a small close-knit team working to promote mathematics in Canada.

The Senior Accountant is required to provide timely and accurate financial services, necessitating the use of various software including Moneris & RBC Express, Sage ERP, Sage CRM, Excel, email, and word processing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with full accounting cycle and auditing
• Degree in accounting or similar
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with Sage ERP
• Experience with non-profit or charitable organizations
• Discretion in communication with clients
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Diligence and accuracy within priorities and schedules

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of fund-based accounting
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of human resource management

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparing invoices and deposits
• Posting accounts payable and receivable
• Preparing cheques and electronic payments
• Reconciliation of accounts and sub-ledgers
• Month-end reports and internal audits
• Year-end and audit procedures
• Budget preparation and analysis
• Human resources and payroll duties

Job Details

• Location: Ottawa, ON
• Work location: On-site
• Salary: $70,000 - $110,000 annually
• Terms: Permanent, Full-time
• Start: As soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1

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