Senior Accounting Clerk

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

Language: Professional proficiency in English, written and spoken

Background Check Requirement: Reference checks required

About the Opportunity

Altis Recruitment is partnering with a growing organization in the real estate sector to hire a Senior Accounting Clerk to support a high-volume, multi-entity finance environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting work and thrives in a fast-paced setting where accuracy and attention to detail are critical. You will play a key role in maintaining financial integrity across a complex portfolio of entities.

Working closely with the Controller and a collaborative finance team, you will contribute to core accounting functions including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close. This is a strong opportunity to deepen your technical accounting experience while gaining exposure to intercompany structures and large-scale financial operations.

What’s In It for You

Join a workplace that values growth, collaboration, and continuous learning. As the organization continues to expand, you will have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and develop your accounting skill set in a complex, real-world environment.

This role offers exposure to a multi-entity structure, mentorship from experienced leaders, and a clear path for career progression. It is well suited for someone who is motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to grow within a dynamic finance team.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll prepare and post journal entries across multiple entities, supporting accurate and timely financial reporting.
• In this role, you’ll assist with month-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met with a high level of accuracy.
• You’ll perform detailed bank reconciliations across co-mingled accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• You’ll manage intercompany transactions and help maintain clean and accurate balances across entities.
• You’ll support high-volume accounts receivable activities, including adjustments, credits, and transaction processing.
• You’ll assist with HST tracking and remittances while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Skills and Qualifications

• 3 to 4+ years of progressive accounting experience in a hands-on role.
• Strong understanding of journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end processes.
• Experience working in multi-entity or high-volume environments is preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems, with Yardi considered an asset.
• Knowledge of intercompany accounting and transactional workflows.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive mindset with a desire to learn and grow within a finance team.

Note from the Hiring Manager

“This is a great opportunity to join a fast-growing organization where you’ll gain exposure to a highly complex, multi-entity environment. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a high-volume setting, is eager to learn, and wants to grow their career in accounting. There is strong potential for progression within the organization as we continue 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.