Finance Administrator

Location: Ottawa, ON, Hybrid, 2 days onsite and 3 days remote
Language: English required, written and spoken. French/English bilingualism is an asset.
Duration: 12-month contract

About the Opportunity
We’re recruiting a Finance Administrator for a 12-month maternity leave contract with a collaborative not-for-profit organization in Ottawa. This is a hands-on opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys working with numbers, investigating discrepancies and ensuring financial transactions are accurate from start to finish.

You’ll join a small, supportive finance team where your work will have a meaningful impact on day-to-day operations. With exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, government-funded programs and financial reporting, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute across the accounting cycle while building your experience.

What’s In It for You
You’ll enjoy a flexible hybrid environment with two days per week in the downtown Ottawa office, flexible working hours and core hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is an opportunity to broaden your finance experience while working alongside an experienced team in a collaborative environment that values accuracy, initiative and continuous learning.

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll manage accounts payable and receivable activities, including invoice processing, vendor payments and payment application.
• You’ll complete bank and corporate credit card reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and maintain clear supporting documentation.
• You’ll reconcile vendor statements and work with internal and external stakeholders to resolve billing and payment inquiries.
• You’ll support quarterly GST/HST filings and maintain accurate financial records and audit trails.
• You’ll assist with journal entries, month-end and year-end activities, accruals, reconciliations and audit requirements.
• You’ll provide backup support for payroll and contribute to special projects and finance process improvements.

Skills and Qualifications
• 2+ years of hands-on accounting or finance experience. Strong candidates with slightly less experience may also be considered.
• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business or a related discipline, or currently working toward a relevant degree or diploma.
• Practical experience with AP, AR, bank and credit card reconciliations, vendor management and discrepancy resolution.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow financial transactions and documentation through a complete audit trail.
• Experience with Sage 50, Bambora and PowerPay or similar financial, payment and payroll systems is an asset.
• Comfortable working in Excel, with the ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• Not-for-profit, government or government-funded program experience is an asset.

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.