Company Description The Inuit Broadcasting Corporation is Nunavut’s public television service, mandated to preserve and promote the Inuit language, culture, and well-being in the Territory.

Under the supervision of the Financial Director, the Accounting Assistant is responsible for the general maintenance of accounting records.

Role Description

This is a contract Accounting Assistant role for the Inuit Broadcasting Corporation located in downtown Ottawa; with a possibility of extension to a permanent full-time position. The Accounting Assistant will be responsible for daily tasks such as

Financial Administration

• Verify all invoices before payment and ensure the timely payment of accounts payable, including preparing cheques for signature and mailout.

• Input invoices into the accounting software, coding expenditures to appropriate accounts and projects;

• Prepare and code invoices to customers and ensure timely collection of unpaid receivables;

• Prepare and code bank deposits promptly;

• Assist IBC staff in other centres;

• Maintain department filing system;

• Maintain Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable;

• Reconcile Credit Cards and Bank Accounts.

• Ensure contractual guidelines are met before Invoicing or payments are made

• Identify areas of concern and offer improvement suggestions

• Strong data processing and research skills

• Submit pension contribution.

General Administration

• Audit Preparation: Assist auditors and the Finance Director

• Ensure the secure retention and storage of historical accounting and legal records.

Payroll

• Bi-weekly, reconcile and enter timesheet data into the online payroll site.

• Calculate statutory pay when required.

• Ensure accuracy in paystubs regarding perks, pensions, allowances, etc.

• Prepare T4S at calendar year-end.

• Liaise with Dayforce Powerpay as required.

• Keep records of attendance in Bamboo HR

Knowledge:

• Familiar with the terms and requirements of funding programs supporting IBC





• Knowledgeable in the critical areas of basic bookkeeping

• An understanding of Nunavut’s social, cultural and political environment

• General knowledge about the stages of production funding and the accounting principles and approaches commonly used in the broadcasting industry;

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent organizational, research and time management skills

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strictly follow established procedures, guidelines, and company policies

• Strong Data processing and research skills

• Fluency in Inuktitut would be an asset

• Solid knowledge of primary applications in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Strong Knowledge with Sage 50

Attributes:

• Self-motivated

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment

• Discretion and confidentiality

• Meticulous attention to detail

• Meets deadlines & Follow Policies & Procedures

• A strongly proactive, strategic approach to financial management

Qualifications

- Experience in Accounting, Finance, and Bookkeeping
- Proficiency in Sage 50
- Ability to create Financial Statements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience in the broadcasting industry is a plus
- Minimum of three years of full-time experience in a financial position.
- A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
- Non-profit experience will be a big plus.
- Experience in accounting project allocation preferred.

This is an on-site role. We are located in downtown Ottawa; no parking is provided. Working hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; full-time position. Must be legally authorized to work in Canada (no sponsorship provided).

This is a three-month contract with a possibility of extension to a full-time permanent position.

- The deadline to apply is August 20th, 2026, and candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

📌 Accounting Assistant (Ottawa)
🏢 Inuit Broadcasting
📍 Ottawa