We invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with Colleges Ontario, the advocacy association that represents Ontario’s 24 public colleges. The association promotes the colleges’ pivotal role in strengthening the economy by producing graduates with the skilled qualifications and expertise to succeed in rewarding careers.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Corporate Services, the Accounting Clerk will play a pivotal role in financial and accounting oversight for Colleges Ontario and College Employer Council. This part-time (0.6 FTE or 3 days, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) permanent position is ideal for someone looking for long-term, stable part-time employment with a consistent schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

· Process accounts payable by verifying, coding, and entering vendor invoices, obtaining approvals, posting AP batches, and processing EFT and cheque payments

· Process employee expense claims and credit cards

· Prepare and issue customer invoices and process AR batches

· Set up and maintain vendor and customer accounts

· Organize and maintain accurate records of all invoices and financial documentation

· Prepare journal entries to the general ledger, ensuring proper account classification

· Prepare, reconcile, and file HST returns, ensuring accuracy and timely submission

· Support the month-end and year-end processes and provide assistance with audit requests

· Provide ad-hoc support to the finance team as needed

Qualifications

· Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field

· Minimum 2-3 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or AP/AR roles,



preferably in a non-profit environment

· Working knowledge of Canadian accounting standards (ASPE or ASNPO)

· Proficiency with accounting software (e.g. Sage300) and MS Excel

· Strong attention to detail, accuracy in data entry and organizational skills

· Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

· A team player with the ability to work collaboratively and independently

Our Commitment to Diversity: We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We encourage applicants of all races, colors, religions, sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities, national origins, and disability statuses to apply.

Work Location: Hybrid initially, transitioning to in-person thereafter

Interested candidates are to submit their resume via email at [email protected]. Only those candidates short-listed for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in working with Colleges Ontario.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.00-$34.00 per hour

Application question(s)

- Will you require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future?
- Do you have working knowledge and experience using Sage 300?
- This role will be a hybrid at start, transition to in-person work thereafter. If hired, are you able to work onsite at our downtown Toronto office three days per week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays)?

Experience:
- AP and/or AR : 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Accounting Clerk (Toronto)
🏢 Colleges Ontario
📍 Toronto