CelebrateMercy is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people discover the truth about the Prophet Muhammad and transforming lives through his example and teachings. Through educational programs, digital content, and global campaigns, we aim to nurture hearts and homes rooted in Prophetic guidance. ROLE CelebrateMercy is seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to support our accounting, financial reporting, audit preparation, and data analysis.

This role is ideal for someone with strong accounting experience who is highly organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and tech-savvy. The position will work closely with the Operations Director and the organization’s CPA.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Review and accurately categorize financial transactions, including credit cards, checks, and deposits Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations Maintain accurate and organized financial records in QuickBooks Prepare financial reports and track expenses by department, program, and campaign Assist with budget-to-actual reporting and other financial analysis Identify and investigate discrepancies and work with the Operations Director and CPA to resolve them Generate and analyze financial and operational reports and key metrics Audit & Compliance Assist with annual audit preparation, including preparing reports, schedules,



and supporting documentation Coordinate routine audit requests and help ensure financial records remain audit-ready Systems & Process Improvement Help improve accounting and financial workflows through better processes, documentation, technology, and automation QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years of hands-on accounting or bookkeeping experience Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices Experience with transaction coding, bank and credit card reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records High proficiency with spreadsheets Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail Highly organized and able to independently manage responsibilities, recurring deadlines, and follow through on tasks Strong communication skills and ability to communicate proactively Tech-savvy and able to quickly learn new software and systems Ability to handle sensitive financial and organizational information with discretion A sincere interest in the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad and a desire to contribute to work that helps others know, love, and follow him PREFERRED Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field Nonprofit accounting or nonprofit work experience Experience with Dext or similar accounting software Experience creating dashboards, financial analyses, or data reports COMPENSATION Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. Bonuses may be awarded based on individual performance and organizational results.

📌 Senior Accounting Specialist (Ottawa)
🏢 CelebrateMercy
📍 Ottawa