Senior Accountant

Newcomer Women's Services Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness bene

Generous paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Newcomer Women’s Services Toronto is seeking a Senior Accountant for a full-time, in-person role in North York, Ontario. The position reports to the Senior Manager, Finance and Administration and manages monthly closings, funder reporting, and audits while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

The ideal candidate has an undergraduate degree in finance or related field, a CPA or progress toward it, and at least four years of not-for-profit accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in finance, business, or related field.
• CPA designation or working towards it.
• 4+ years of not-for-profit accounting and finance experience.
• Experience with not-for-profit fund accounting, grant reporting, and restricted funding.
• Knowledge of CRA charitable reporting, HST, EHT, and funder compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support daily, monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and audit preparation.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions, ensuring integrity of postings and resolving escalated issues with clients, vendors, and funders.
• Monitor cash flow and support efficient management of financial resources, implementing internal controls and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Complete monthly closings, reconciliations, and preparation of financial reports (budget vs. actuals, forecasts, general ledger details) for managers, directors, and the Board of Directors.
• Analyze budget variances and balance sheet accounts, providing financial information to support organizational decision-making.
• Track funding and ensure compliance with funding agreements and legislative requirements; assist with EHT, HST, tax filings and receipts.
• Review other finance team members' work, provide guidance and training, support daily workflow and foster teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to system implementations and operational improvements; provide backup coverage for finance staff, including the Senior Manager.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality in all aspects of work performance.
• Advise Senior Manager of Finance promptly of significant problems or delays encountered during the performance of the work.
• Perform special projects or analysis for related duties as required.
• Participate in accreditation process and annual financial audit.
• Perform other duties consistent with this role as required.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Not-for-profit accounting

Education

Undergraduate degree in finance or related field

CPA designation or working towards it

Tools

Sage

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Accountant – Full time – North York, Ontario. Salary: $62,000 – $74,000 CAD per year. Hours: 35 hrs/week, in‑person 9am‑5pm. Permanent position reporting to Senior Manager, Finance and Administration. Application deadline July 29, 2026.

Position Summary

Supports accounting, financial reporting, funder reporting, compliance, and internal control functions. Works with Senior Manager of Finance on monthly and year‑end processes, reconciliations, budget‑to‑actual reporting, funding reports, audit preparation, and financial analysis.

Also oversees accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, cash flow monitoring, and funding compliance. Provides guidance to finance team, supports process improvements, and ensures accurate, timely, transparent financial information for management, funders, auditors, and the Board.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support daily, monthly, quarterly, and year‑end accounting processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, financial reporting, and audit preparation. Maintain accurate files of funding contracts and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for funders in required formats.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions, ensuring integrity of postings and resolving escalated issues with clients, vendors, and funders.
• Monitor cash flow and support efficient management of financial resources, implementing internal controls and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Complete monthly closings, reconciliations, and preparation of financial reports (budget vs. actuals, forecasts, general ledger details) for managers, directors, and the Board of Directors.
• Analyze budget variances and balance sheet accounts, providing financial information to support organizational decision‑making.
• Track funding and ensure compliance with funding agreements and legislative requirements; assist with EHT, HST, tax filings and receipts.
• Review other finance team members' work, provide guidance and training, support daily workflow and foster teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to system implementations and operational improvements; provide backup coverage for finance staff, including the Senior Manager.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality in all aspects of work performance.
• Advise Senior Manager of Finance promptly of significant problems or delays encountered during the performance of the work.
• Perform special projects or analysis for related duties as required.
• Participate in accreditation process and annual financial audit.
• Perform other duties consistent with this role as required.

Job Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in finance, business, or related field.
• CPA accounting designation or working towards it.
• A minimum of 4 years of not‑for‑profit accounting and finance experience.
• Experience with not‑for‑profit fund accounting, grant reporting, and restricted funding.
• Knowledge of CRA charitable reporting, HST rebates, EHT, and funder compliance requirements.
• In‑depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), concepts, and best practices.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems, including ERP systems and financial reporting tools; experience with Sage is an asset.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrates a high degree of initiative, sound decision‑making and critical thinking, with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion, initiative, and a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to principles of social justice, equity, inclusion, and cultural competency.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record with Judicial Matter Check.

Job Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous paid time off.
• Training and development opportunities.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Newcomer Women’s Services Toronto is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, newcomers, and underrepresented groups.

Note: Accommodations are available upon request for all aspects of the selection process. Please inform us of any needs in advance. Disclaimer: Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools will not be used in the screening, evaluation, or selection of candidates. All applications are reviewed and assessed by our hiring team.