About The Opportunity
Our client, a well-established not-for-profit organization located downtown Ottawa, is looking for a Senior Financial Accountant to join their growing team. This is a newly created, permanent full-time position reporting to the Director, Finance.

The Senior Financial Accountant will support the finance function through accounting, financial reporting, audit support, compliance and process improvement, bringing strong technical knowledge, sound judgment and practical problem-solving skills to drive accurate reporting and continuous improvement.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Prepare financial statements, working papers, reconciliations and supporting schedules

Lead and participate in month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities

Analyze complex accounting transactions and ensure they comply with applicable accounting standards and funding agreements

Lead and coordinate external audit activities

Collaborate with Financial Planning & Analysis on budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting

Maintain and improve accounting processes, procedures and internal controls

Implement finance policies, internal controls and compliance frameworks

Support the use of automation, AI and other tools to improve finance workflows

Document procedures and share knowledge with colleagues to support consistency and continuity





Provide backup support across key finance activities, as required

About You

CPA designation

Minimum of 7 years of relevant accounting experience

Strong knowledge of Canadian GAAP and the ability to apply accounting standards

Working knowledge of Canadian tax requirements relevant to not-for-profit organizations, including commodity taxes and taxable advantages

Strong ability to analyze complex financial information and recommend practical actions

Strong process improvement skills, with the ability to identify efficiencies and improve consistency in finance workflows

Experience with process automation is an asset

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and high proficiency using ERP systems

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments

Strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities, both independently and as part of a team

Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive financial information

About the Job

Permanent, full-time position

Salary range: $105,000 to $135,000 annually

Excellent medical and dental benefits, generous vacation package, RRSP matching

Hybrid: 2-3 days a week onsite

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📌 Senior Financial Accountant - Permanent - 19495 (Quebec City)
🏢 LRO Staffing
📍 Quebec City