RLB LLP Looking for Accountant at Guelph, ON Full Time

Do you love finance? Our client, The College of Veterinarians of Ontario is looking for an Accountant. This is a part time, independent contractor role, and the successful applicant will be expected to work 23 hours a month. The successful applicant will be responsible for accounting operations, production of periodic financial reports, and maintenance of accounting records.

The College of Veterinarians of Ontario regulates the delivery of veterinary medicine in Ontario. All veterinarians who practice in Ontario must be licensed by the College. The College of Veterinarians of Ontario is committed to delivering great service to our stakeholders and all members of the public. We actively promote a culture that strives to exceed our customer’s expectations. Our customer service standards demonstrate our commitment to honesty, integrity, and transparency, and we are dedicated to providing the highest level of service in all aspects of our business.

Responsibilities:

• Provision of direction of administrative staff in processing invoices and issuing cheques.
• Assist with payable processing, including recording VISA transactions, EFT transactions.
• Preparation of month end financial information, including bank reconciliations, payroll journal entries, revenue, and receivable journal entries.
• Preparation of monthly reporting package for senior management.
• Processing monthly payroll for Councillor payments that need to be reported on T4 slips.
• Prepare monthly RRSP analyses and related payments.
• Assisting in the preparation of the annual budget, and additional analyses and reports for the Registrar, as requested.
• Preparation of working papers for external auditors and provision of external audit liaison.
• Monitoring cash flow including assisting in the need for monthly fund transfers from investment portfolio.
• Performing all government compliance, including filing of HST, EHT and annual tax filings; main liaison with CRA for all enquiries.
• Responding to ad hoc queries from Executive Partner within scope of skill set (usually tax compliance and payroll).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance, or related field.
• Professional accounting designation in good standing is required.
• Strong proficiency with Sage Accounting Software is an asset.
• Proven work experience in accounting or a related field.
• Understanding of applicable laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.
• Strong organization and priority setting skills.
• Advanced computer skills, specifically in Excel.
• Deep understanding of finance.