Accounting Officer

About The Opportunity

Our client, who is a crown corporation, is seeking an Accounting Officer to join their Finance team on a contract basis. This role is responsible for providing accounts payable and accounting support in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the accurate processing of invoices, employee expense claims, and vendor payments while maintaining compliance with established financial policies and procedures.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Receive, review, and process accounts payable documentation, including invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and supporting documentation
• Verify coding, approvals, and compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Process vendor invoices, employee expense claims, and disbursements
• Enter accounts payable transactions into the financial accounting system
• Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies as required
• Respond to inquiries from vendors and internal stakeholders regarding invoices and payment status
• Maintain accurate financial records and databases
• Prepare ad hoc reports and assist with special projects
• Collaborate with internal departments to support financial operations and reporting

About You

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 2-3 years of accounting or finance experience
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with accounts payable processing and invoice management
• Knowledge of financial coding, reconciliations, and payment processing
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment
• Experience with Great Plains (Dynamics GP) is considered an asset
• Experience working within a large, process-driven organization
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance

About the Job

• Hybrid work arrangement (one day per week in office)
• Downtown Ottawa location
• 37.5 hours per week
• 2-month term with a strong possibility of extension
• Compensation: $30.00 to $35.00/hour DOE

How To Apply

Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to ***email_hidden***. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19127.

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Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.