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7 results for Office Administrator in Kanata, ON

Accounting Clerk
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary
  • 23.00 - 27.00 CAD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client is looking for an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join their team in Ottawa, Ontario. This contract position is ideal for someone with a strong background in accounting and office administration, who enjoys working in a dynamic construction industry environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial records and assisting in the smooth operation of administrative tasks.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Record journal entries and maintain accurate financial documentation.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts to ensure all financial transactions are balanced and correct.</p><p>• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions in a timely manner.</p><p>• Prepare invoices, manage billing processes, and follow up on outstanding payments.</p><p>• Conduct audits of accounts to verify accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with the IT department to address system-related issues and ensure smooth functionality.</p><p>• Manage inventory and place orders for office supplies as needed.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks to update and maintain financial records.</p><p>• Utilize accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, and Oracle for financial operations.</p><p>• Generate financial reports and assist with budget tracking as required.</p>
  • 2026-04-17T17:13:45Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 129000.00 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Accounting Manager</p><p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to join their Finance team in a fast-paced, challenging, and exciting work environment. Reporting directly to the <strong>Chief Financial Officer</strong>, the Accounting Manager will lead, plan, and optimize the operations of the Finance unit.</p><p>This opportunity is ideal for a strategic and collaborative finance leader who enjoys working with a variety of stakeholders, driving process improvements, and mentoring high-performing teams. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, sound business judgment, and at least five years of people leadership experience.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><p>Strategic and Business Planning</p><ul><li>Prepare, analyze, and present monthly financial reports to managers, executive leadership, provincial stakeholders, and the Board of Directors</li><li>Identify and recommend new technologies to improve financial processes and support the efficient completion of finance activities</li><li>Lead and support the transition to new accounting software over the next 1–2 years, including process redesign where needed</li></ul><p>Operations Management</p><ul><li>Oversee the financial activities, transactions, and accounting processes performed by Finance Unit staff and the Industrial Product Program Unit</li><li>Review current workflows and develop or adapt processes to reflect operational changes and improve efficiency</li><li>Plan, schedule, and coordinate interim and year-end audits with external auditors and internal teams</li><li>Partner with the Chief Financial Officer, Controller, and Financial Policy Manager to communicate audit results to the Audit Committee and Board of Directors</li><li>Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analysis as required</li><li>Approve implementation of and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Ensure all account reconciliations and key financial controls are completed accurately and on time</li><li>Perform cash flow analysis and support effective financial planning</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and risk management practices to support sound financial management</li></ul><p>People Leadership</p><ul><li>Lead, manage, and support Finance Unit staff</li><li>Recruit, train, coach, and mentor team members in the completion of financial activities</li><li>Oversee the performance management program, including staff supervision, evaluation, and development</li><li>Foster a collaborative team culture that supports continuous learning and succession planning within the Finance Unit</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-04T18:28:54Z
Assistant Controller
  • Kanata, ON
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary
  • 38.00 - 44.00 CAD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Management Resources is the worldwide leader in specialized consulting and staffing services for senior-level accounting, finance and business systems professionals. </p><p>Our Kanata client requires an Assistant Controller for a six-month contract. this role, you will support key financial operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and maintain compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>The Assistant Controller’s duties will include: </p><p>·      Supervising a small operational accounting team</p><p>·      Reconciling and maintaining GL accounts, including inventory, deferred revenue, and FX</p><p>·      Manage period-end close processes and meet reporting deadlines</p><p>·      Preparing monthly financial reports accurately and on time</p><p>·      Preparing audit support documentation for annual financial audits</p><p>·      Support additional accounting duties as needed</p>
  • 2026-05-08T20:38:42Z
Receptionist
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary
  • 20.00 - 23.00 CAD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client is on the search for a <strong>bilingual Receptionist</strong> to support the day-to-day front desk operations of a not-for-profit organization in Kanata, Ontario. This Contract position is ideal for someone with at least three years of experience in a fast-paced setting who can communicate effectively, manage competing priorities, and create a welcoming experience for visitors and callers. The successful candidate will combine strong administrative ability with confidence using office software and digital tools to keep reception services organized and efficient.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Welcome visitors in a courteous and attentive manner and serve as the first point of contact at the front desk.</p><p>• Respond to incoming calls through a multi-line phone system, direct inquiries appropriately, and ensure messages are relayed accurately.</p><p>• Assess incoming requests and route clients, visitors, or calls to the appropriate team member based on urgency and need.</p><p>• Coordinate and confirm appointments, maintain calendars, and support smooth daily scheduling activities.</p><p>• Enter and update information in internal software systems with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>• Prepare and manage email correspondence, documents, and general administrative records using standard office applications.</p><p>• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems to support efficient retrieval of information.</p><p>• Provide dependable customer service by addressing general questions promptly and effectively in both official languages where required.</p>
  • 2026-05-08T16:48:42Z
Dispatcher
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 75000.00 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Dispatcher to support daily service operations for our client in Ottawa's West-End. This position coordinates technician schedules, keeps service information organized, and ensures customers and internal teams receive accurate updates throughout the day. The successful candidate will balance dispatching duties with administrative tasks related to work orders, billing support, and service tracking in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Coordinate technician assignments by matching service requests with availability, qualifications, and travel efficiency.</p><p>• Maintain an up-to-date dispatch schedule and adjust appointments as priorities, delays, or urgent calls arise.</p><p>• Gather key service details from customers and communicate accurate job information to technicians before arrival.</p><p>• Open, update, and finalize work orders in scheduling systems while recording labour, materials, and service outcomes correctly.</p><p>• Monitor field activity throughout the day to support on-time completion and respond quickly to cancellations or unexpected issues.</p><p>• Act as a central communication point between customers, technicians, and management by sharing status updates and operational concerns.</p><p>• Help prevent service interruptions by resolving scheduling conflicts and coordinating required parts or supplies with inventory or warehouse staff.</p><p>• Prepare service documentation needed for invoicing and direct billing-related questions to the appropriate team when required.</p><p>• Use dispatch and reporting tools to review response times, technician utilization, and overall service efficiency.</p><p>• Promote compliance with company procedures and safety expectations when assigning work, particularly for complex or weather-sensitive service calls.</p>
  • 2026-04-30T14:58:47Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • L'orignal, ON
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary
  • 23.75 - 27.50 CAD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a manufacturing organization in L'Orignal, Ontario on a Contract basis. In this role, you will support high-volume accounts payable activities, help clear an existing invoice backlog, and ensure records are processed accurately and on time. This opportunity is well suited to someone with solid experience in invoice handling, reconciliations, and ERP-based financial workflows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a high volume of supplier invoices with accuracy and in accordance with internal accounting procedures.<br>• Review, code, and enter payable documents while ensuring supporting information is complete and properly matched.<br>• Assist with reducing an existing backlog of invoices by prioritizing outstanding items and maintaining organized records.<br>• Reconcile invoice discrepancies and resolve payment-related issues using the organization's ERP system and supporting documentation.<br>• Prepare payment batches and support cheque run activities to help meet scheduled payment deadlines.<br>• Maintain accurate accounts payable data through consistent data entry, file management, and record updates.<br>• Work with internal teams and vendors to clarify invoice details, correct variances, and confirm payment information.<br>• Use Excel and accounting systems to track transactions, support reporting, and monitor outstanding payables.
  • 2026-05-07T14:23:42Z
HR Specialist
  • Ottawa, ON
  • remote
  • Contract / Temporary
  • 23.00 - 27.00 CAD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced <strong>HR Specialist</strong> to join our clients team on a contract basis in Ottawa, Ontario. This role involves supporting various human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee record management. If you have strong organizational and communication skills and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to HR operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Facilitate the onboarding process for new employees who are authorized to work in the applicable locations and the United States, ensuring a seamless transition.</p><p>• Conduct recruitment activities, including screening applicants and coordinating interviews.</p><p>• Assist employees with inquiries related to benefits, policies, and procedures.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and documentation.</p><p>• Coordinate year-end HR requirements and reporting tasks.</p><p>• Collaborate with managers to support training initiatives and employee development.</p><p>• Manage payroll-related tasks using systems like ADP Workforce Now and Ceridian.</p><p>• Provide ongoing support for HR systems and tools, including ATS and CRM platforms.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and HR regulations.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvements within the HR department.</p>
  • 2026-05-08T16:43:45Z