At Ina Grafton Gage Home, we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our residents. Our Finance Department plays a vital role in supporting this mission by ensuring financial integrity, transparency, and strategic stewardship of resources. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Accountant to join our small but dynamic finance team. The Financial Accountant supports full-cycle accounting processes, payroll administration, trust fund management, and financial reporting in a long-term care environment. This role ensures compliance with ministry regulations, supports budgeting and audit preparation, and contributes to the financial integrity of the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Payroll
Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time, including review and completion of pay adjustments, retroactive payments, special payments, and exceptions
Calculate payout for involuntary terminations, including salary continuance payments; reconcile accrued severance GL account and prepare severance analysis
Biweekly and monthly remittances to third parties including Government remittance, WSIB, health and dental benefits, group life and LTD benefits, union dues, pension plans, garnishments
Support year-end payroll processes including T4 preparation and ROE issuance
Completes all payroll and benefit accounting including journal entries and accruals, reconciliations and reporting, assist with budgeting, and payroll GL account analysis
Maintain payroll documentation and ensure compliance with employment standards and collective agreements
Respond to inquiries from staff, auditors, external parties as appropriate
Accounts Payable
Review, code, and process vendor invoices in accordance with internal policies and funding guidelines
Monitor payment schedules and prepare payment runs for approval
Maintain vendor records and support onboarding of new suppliers
Assist with resolving discrepancies and responding to vendor inquiries
Accounts Receivable
Generate and issue invoices for resident care, services, and third-party billings
Apply payments and reconcile AR subledger to general ledger
Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances
Collaborate with care teams and administrative staff to resolve billing issues
Ensure compliance with ministry billing requirements and funding structures
Trust Accounting
Maintain accurate records of resident trust accounts in accordance with ministry regulations
Process deposits, withdrawals, and purchases on behalf of residents
Reconcile trust accounts monthly and prepare reports for internal and external review
Ensure proper authorization and documentation for all trust-related transactions
General Accounting
Prepare and post journal entries and maintain general ledger accuracy
Perform monthly bank reconciliations and petty cash reconciliations
Support month-end and year-end close processes with schedules and accruals
Assist with financial reporting and variance analysis
Reporting & Compliance
Assist with ministry reporting and audit preparation
Maintain documentation to support internal controls and compliance
Support budgeting processes and provide financial data for forecasting
Track expenditures for capital projects and funding streams
Support special projects and evolving finance needs as assigned by the Director of Finance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of post-secondary coursework in payroll, accounting, or business administration
Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) or Payroll Leadership Professional designation from the National Payroll Institute, or actively working toward certification
Experience with payroll systems such as ADP is considered an asset
Familiarity with unionized environments and collective agreements is an asset
Prior experience in long-term care or healthcare settings is considered an asset
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management
Strong time management and prioritization skills in a deadline-driven environment
Proven ability to apply critical thinking to interpret complex data and take appropriate action
Demonstrated initiative in identifying and implementing process improvements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments
We strive to be diverse, inclusive, fair, equitable and accessible by addressing barriers and promoting dignity and respect for all. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager at kmanji@iggh.org
Closing Date: October 7, 2025
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Paid time off
RRSP match
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-10-07
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Job Detail
Job Id
JD2802193
Industry
Not mentioned
Total Positions
1
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary:
Not mentioned
Employment Status
Permanent
Job Location
Scarborough, ON, CA, Canada
Education
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