Accounting Clerk

Location: Ottawa, ON (On-site, 5 days per week)

Language: English required, strong written and verbal communication

Background Check Requirement: Standard reference checks may be required

 

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a junior accounting professional to join a growing organization in the real estate and property management space. With continued expansion across multiple entities, the finance team is scaling to support increasing transaction volume and complexity. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting day-to-day operations that keep the business running smoothly.

Working closely with senior accounting team members and reporting into the Controller, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive environment. This role offers hands-on exposure to a high-volume, multi-entity structure, giving you the chance to build strong foundational skills while contributing to meaningful financial processes.

 

What’s In It for You

You will join a team that values learning, mentorship, and internal growth. This is a strong entry point into a complex accounting environment where you can develop technical skills and gain exposure to multiple business lines.

The organization fosters a culture that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you are looking for a role where you can grow your career and take on increasing responsibility over time, this is an excellent opportunity.

 

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll support high-volume bank reconciliations across multiple accounts and entities
• In this role, you’ll process customer payments, adjustments, and account transactions with accuracy
• You’ll assist with month-end close, including preparing journal entries and supporting schedules
• You’ll maintain financial data integrity through consistent transaction processing and documentation
• You’ll collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and support account accuracy

 

Skills and Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting experience or strong internship/co-op exposure
• Foundational knowledge of bank reconciliations, journal entries, and AR/AP processes
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with accounting systems or ERPs
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage repetitive, high-volume tasks
• Strong work ethic, organization, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to multi-entity or property management environments is an asset

 

Note from the Hiring Manager

“This is an excellent opportunity for a junior accounting professional to join a fast-growing organization and gain exposure to a complex, multi-entity environment. You’ll work closely with experienced team members, develop strong technical skills, and have clear opportunities for growth as the organization continues to expand.”

 

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.