4 results for Sr Accountant in Ottawa, ON

Staff Accountant

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to join a finance team just outside of Ottawa, Ontario west-end. This position is suited to someone who is detail oriented and can manage month-end activities, support annual financial reporting, and help maintain accurate accounting records. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgement, and the ability to work effectively within established deadlines. Responsibilities:• Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.• Lead key month-end accounting tasks, including reconciliations, journal entries, and review of general ledger activity.• Coordinate year-end financial preparation by organizing records, assisting with closing activities, and supporting external reporting requirements.• Review financial data to identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and help maintain reliable accounting information.• Ensure accounting documentation is complete, well-organized, and aligned with internal controls and reporting standards.• Collaborate with colleagues across the organization to gather financial information required for recurring and annual reporting.• Contribute to continuous improvement in accounting processes to strengthen efficiency and reporting quality.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a client that's looking to add an experienced Bookkeeper to their Finance team. This is a full-time/permanent role on site. Advantages:-Competitive salary (70-75K)-Full benefits-3 weeks vacation-Free parking Responsibilities:• Oversee the preparation and processing of the invoicing, ensuring all billing statements are completed on a quarterly basis.• Handle full-cycle accounting tasks, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger updates, and journal entries.• Prepare and issue monthly invoices for government vehicle usage.• Manage invoicing for government shipments, including air and other transportation methods.• Administer claims related to long-distance and local transactions, ensuring accurate documentation and resolution.• Process government invoicing for LTS, Air, and SEA shipments• Carry out revenue distribution tasks and ensure funds are allocated correctly.• Month end and year end tasks.• Provide support for diverse accounting activities and assist with day-to-day financial operations as needed.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Chief accountant

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Temporary
31.6635 - 36.663 CAD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is the worldwide leader in specialized consulting and staffing services for senior-level accounting, finance and business systems professionals. Our client, a private school in Ottawa, is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Accountant for a 3-month contract to provide interim hands-on support. This highly visible role requires a professional who has great interpersonal skills, can work independently, manage the full accounting cycle and maintain strict confidentiality. This role is 100% on-site, Monday to Friday in Ottawa.The Chief Accountant duties will include:<ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, general ledger, bank reconciliations, and month-end close</li><li>Oversee payroll administration and employee contract tracking with a third-party provider</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and budget-to-actual analysis</li><li>Manage tuition billing, parent invoicing, collections, and payment processing</li><li>Process vendor invoices, payment runs, HST filings, donation receipts, and other transactions</li><li>Prepare financial information for board meetings, finance committee discussions, and annual audits</li><li>Liaise professionally with parents, school leadership, board members, and external stakeholders</li><li>Identify opportunities to strengthen financial processes, controls, and reporting accuracy</li><li>Occasional attendance at monthly Board meetings may be required</li></ul>
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Ottawa, ON
onsite
Temporary
26 - 48 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support the financial operations of a non-profit organization in Ottawa, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist with strong attention to detail, hands-on experience in day-to-day finance administration, and an interest in working in a mission-driven environment. The successful candidate will contribute to accurate reporting, timely processing, and smooth month-end activities while collaborating with internal stakeholders and external service providers. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices, confirm appropriate authorization, and assign accurate general ledger coding before processing • Reconcile corporate credit card activity and investigate discrepancies to ensure expenses are properly recorded • Prepare and post journal entries while maintaining complete and organized supporting documentation • Assist with month-end close tasks, including account reconciliations and the preparation of financial information • Process and monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions to support accurate cash flow tracking • Coordinate required statutory remittances, including payroll-related and organizational filings, in accordance with deadlines • Support billing and auditing activities by gathering records, validating data, and responding to documentation requests • Use accounting and expense management systems effectively to maintain reliable financial records and reporting accuracy
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z