Accounting Clerk - Part-time Contract

Location: Fully Remote, Canada
Duration: March 31st 2027 (contract) with potential for extension
Schedule: One fixed day per week (approximately 7.5 hours- day shift), with a preference for Tuesday or Wednesday
Language: Strong written and verbal English communication skills required. Bilingualism in English and French is considered a strong asset.
Background Check Requirement: Criminal record check and professional references required

About the Opportunity

Our client, a mission-driven organization within the research and innovation sector, is seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Accounting Clerk to support their collaborative finance team in a fully remote environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys structured, independent work while contributing to an organization that supports meaningful national initiatives across Canada.

Working closely with a team of Senior Financial Analysts, you will play an important role in supporting accounts payable, reconciliations, expense processing, and financial administration during a busy period. The ideal candidate thrives in a remote setting, values accuracy and organization, and enjoys supporting a collaborative and people-focused team.

What’s in it for You

• Fully remote opportunity open to candidates across Canada
• Flexible schedule with a preference for Tuesday or Wednesday coverage
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced and supportive finance team
• Exposure to cloud-based accounting systems and modern financial processes
• A collaborative work culture that values communication, reliability, and work-life balance

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll assist with accounts payable processing, including vendor invoices and employee expense claims using NetSuite, Lightyear, and Tallie
• In this role, you’ll support accounts receivable activities, including invoice generation and collections monitoring
• You’ll perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and corporate credit cards with a high degree of accuracy
• You’ll ensure timely and accurate financial data entry into NetSuite
• You’ll provide ad hoc accounting and administrative support to the Senior Finance Analyst during peak periods

Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an Accounting Clerk or similar accounting support role
• Strong accounts payable experience, with a solid understanding of bookkeeping and reconciliation processes
• Experience processing approximately 15–35 claims or transactions within a structured workflow
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time management skills
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Experience with NetSuite is considered a strong asset
• Familiarity with Lightyear and Tallie is an asset

Why Partner with Altis

If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

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.