Job Description

RYGIEL Supports for Community Living is currently recruiting for a full-time Accounting Coordinator. Reporting to: Manager of Finance Location: Onsite Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Perm. Full-Time) RYGIEL Supports for Community Living serves people who have a developmental disability and multiple handicaps. The services are determined by a person\'s individual needs and are designed to enable each person to be a fully participatory member of the community. At RYGIEL our vision is that every person we support will have a full and meaningful life, which means having a home, relationships of all kinds, and a variety of socially valued roles. Overall Purpose of the Position: The Accounting Coordinator will provide accounting services including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger accounting and support to the Manager of Finance for Rygiel Supports for Community Living and Rygiel Homes Housing Corporation. The Accounting Coordinator will be responsible for complex transactions to ensure integrity and reliability of general ledger balances and other accounting and financial reporting information. This role will be expected to work as a team member within Rygiel Supports for Community Living in a way that continually strengthens the health of the organization and contributes to the vision through effective deployment of accounting services. Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare purchase orders from approved purchase order requisitions, obtain approval on invoices, match purchase orders to invoices, verify invoice amounts for accuracy, post invoices, prepare cheques for signature, mail cheques and file invoices.
• Prepare invoices, receive and post payments, make regular bank deposits, create electronic PAP bank files and process monthly.
• Support payroll functions including reconciliation, bi-weekly payroll processing, source deductions and other payroll remittances.
• Post general journal entries and reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
• Reconcile resident ODSP payment receipts on a monthly basis; pay out resident personal needs amounts; audit all residents\' personal bank accounts on an annual basis.
• Administer employee group insurance and pension benefits.
• Miscellaneous and adhoc reports as requested.
• Respond tactfully to inquiries, develop tools and forms, write letters and reports and effectively present information to senior management.
• Assist other departments as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or business administration; a minimum of 2 years related practical work experience.
• Strong understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.
• Experience working in an office environment, as part of a team.
• Experience working in the area of health care or related non-profit sector is an asset.
• Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset.

Skills & Requirements:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret financial reports.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to effectively manage confidential information.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail, processing information efficiently and effectively.
• Strong professional written and oral communication skills and ability to be an effective member of a team.
• Strong organization, problem solving and time management skills, including the ability to properly prioritize assigned tasks and adhere to timelines.
• Ability to assume responsibility and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to provide support to payroll which may include holidays or weekends.
• Provide a current and original negative Vulnerable Sector Criminal Check prior to employment.
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required.

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter, including salary expectations, by November 27, 2023, to: RYGIEL Supports for Community Living Attention: Human Resources 220 Cranbrook Drive, Hamilton, ON L9C 5V7 E-Mail: humanresources@rygiel.ca RYGIEL Supports for Community Living is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Interviews may begin prior to the application deadline. No telephone calls please. Late applicants will not be considered. Rygiel is committed to providing an accessible workplace, in support of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005), and the Human Rights Code (RSO 1990). Should an applicant require accommodation at any point during the recruitment process or during employment, the individual is invited to communicate and discuss their requirements with Rygiel\'s Human Resources representative. Rygiel will provide, or arrange to have provided, reasonable accommodation specific to the applicant\'s or employee\'s accessibility needs. Powered by JazzHR EawhLgmhKH