We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to join a social services organization in Burlington, Ontario on a part-time Long-term Contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in day-to-day accounting operations who is eager to contribute to accurate financial administration in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. The successful candidate will support core accounting activities, reporting processes, and document management while helping maintain compliance with established financial and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

- Manage incoming and outgoing financial transactions by reviewing invoices, receipts, and supporting approvals to ensure timely accounts payable and accounts receivable processing.
- Keep accounting data organized and up to date within ERP and accounting systems, maintaining accuracy across financial records and documentation.
- Support the reconciliation of bank statements and general ledger accounts by identifying discrepancies and assisting with follow-up corrections.
- Contribute to month-end and year-end activities by helping prepare financial reports and providing documentation required for audit review.
- Monitor finance-related correspondence and route inquiries or documents to the appropriate team members for prompt attention.
- Organize and maintain electronic and physical filing systems for accounting records so that financial information is accessible, complete, and audit-ready.
- Work closely with finance colleagues and internal departments to gather information and help ensure smooth and timely exchange of financial details.
- Follow nonprofit financial policies, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements to support compliant accounting practices.
- Adhere to workplace health and safety legislation and agency-specific safety procedures in daily work activities.




- Minimum of 2 years of experience in an accounting support or entry-level accounting role.
- Hands-on knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and routine accounting functions.
- Experience using ERP solutions or other accounting software to enter, track, and maintain financial information.
- Ability to assist with account reconciliations and bank reconciliations with strong attention to detail.
- Comfortable working with financial documents, maintaining organized records, and supporting reporting processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Understanding of compliance-focused work environments, ideally within a nonprofit or social services setting.

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📌 Accountant - Entry Level (Burlington)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Burlington