Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Director, Finance ("Supervisor"), the

Accounting and Payroll Specialist

collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless financial operations. You will be responsible for meticulous financial record-keeping, financial analysis, timely monthly financial reports, and compliance with accounting principles while managing payroll processing, group benefits administration, and pension plan. This role also supports budget preparation, year-end audit, and process documentation.

Please note:

This is a temporary contract position to provide coverage during an employee's leave of absence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

General Accounting

Perform month-end duties and journal entries within specified deadlines. Reconcile bank, revenue, and other balance sheet accounts monthly. Prepare monthly financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Analyze monthly financial results, identify trends, and explain variances. Assist in preparing monthly reporting packages for senior management. Support treasury management activities, including banking, investment, and cash flow management. Prepare HST/GST and provincial tax reports for online filing and remittance. Assist in the year-end close process, preparing audit schedules and working files. Serve as a backup for other Finance team members. Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.

Payroll Administration

Process bi-weekly payroll in compliance with regulatory requirements. Set up new employees in payroll systems, update employee information, and verify records. Generate various reports such as payroll register, vacation balance, and earnings statements. Prepare payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll register to bank withdrawals, tax filings and general ledger. Ensure timely payroll-related remittances and returns. Prepare ROE, issue T4/T4As and generate other year-end payroll reporting. Compile HR metrics as requested, organize and maintain accurate payroll records, tax filings and other related documentation. Administer employee benefits programs, including pension plan and health insurance. Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and issues, providing timely support to staff. Provide payroll clarification to staff regarding leaves, ROE, benefits, and pension plan. Stay updated with changes in payroll regulations.

NOTE:

This job description highlights the general nature and level of the assignments required by this position.?This is not an?exhaustive list of duties; additional related duties may be assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Director, Finance

Key Contacts

Vice President, Finance & Corporate Services Human Resource Business Partner Finance & Corporate Services Team All CAGBC Employees

SKILLS

Strong verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills, and the ability to answer questions and solve problems. Bilingualism is an asset. Strong time management and organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task and manage numerous initiatives concurrently. Solid proficiency in Office 365 (especially Excel), along with accounting and payroll software. Experience with Payworks, SAP and/or SAGE considered an asset. Experience in finance and payroll within a not-for-profit organization considered an asset. Demonstrated administration and customer service skills.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Good judgement, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills Strong communication skills Fully capable of working in a team-oriented, dual virtual and in-person environment. Strong technical understanding, the ability to pick up new tools quickly, and the capacity to complete tasks self-directed. Familiarity with LEED and/or an interest in the environment, climate action or sustainable building.

Education and EXPERIENCE

3 - 5 years of experience in a combination of payroll administration and general accounting tasks. Certified as a Payroll Compliance Profession (or higher) with National Payroll Institute Certified CPA or working towards obtaining CPA, preferred Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: $70,000.00-$81,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

What are your salary expectations for this position?
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

Payroll: 3 years (required) Accounting: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

certified as a Payroll Compliance Profession (or higher)? (required) Do you hold a CPA or working towards obtaining CPA (required)
Work Location: In person