Accounting Clerk (6-Month Contract))

Position Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to provide temporary support to our finance team. The successful candidate will assist with payroll processing, accounts payable/receivable functions, journal entries, reconciliations, and general accounting tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain experience in a fast-paced corporate environment. Responsibilities Payroll Support Process bi-weekly payroll using Ceridian Dayforce Receive and process Personnel Action Forms (PAFs) from HR Update payroll spreadsheets and HRIS system with employee changes Process statutory holiday pay and monitor contract employee end dates Include expense report reimbursements in payroll processing (via DataBasics) Reconcile payroll spreadsheets to system output Download and review payroll reports Assist employees with paystub access and inquiries Prepare and send Records of Employment (ROEs) as required. Accounts Payable Track invoices for processing and determine month-end accruals Review payment batches for accuracy Process manual payments in RBC Express (intercompany transfers, bill payments, wire transfers) Process intercompany transfers for PSP and Calian Accounts Receivable Gather information for client invoicing (emails, billable A/P, payroll changes, work orders) Assist with invoice preparation and review for accuracy Send invoices to clients and follow up with outstanding A/R. General Accounting Prepare journal entries for banking transactions, month-end accruals, and reversals. Perform monthly bank reconciliations Assist with balance sheet reconciliations Support financial statement preparation Reconcile investigator payment balances Prepare data for monthly sales tax returns Update weekly cash flow file with actuals from bank statements Update monthly revenue actuals by project using AR worksheet data and Percentage of Completion file. Maintain deferred revenue schedules. Expense Management Review and approve expense reports in DataBasics and investigate any discrepancies. Upload approved expenses to SAP Review and approve A/R and A/P entries in SAP Supporting other ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned. Qualifications Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Minimum 1-3 years of experience in a finance, accounting, or administrative role with a focus on invoicing, revenue recognition, and month-end close process. Proficiency in any financial systems (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, etc.), advanced Excel skills, and experience with data analysis and reporting tools. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. High level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing financial data and processes. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively Additional Requirements Knowledge and experience working with SAP, or other similar accounting systems. Experience with Ceridian Dayforce payroll system, or similar payroll systems. Knowledge of Canadian payroll regulations and tax requirements. Experience with RBC Express or similar banking platforms. Must be eligible for government of Canada security clearances. Must be able to work hybrid out of our Ottawa (Kanata) office. Compensation $50,000-$60,000 annually (pro-rated for the 6-month contract term). Vacancy We have 1 position available. Job Title: Accounting Clerk (6-Month Contract) Requisition Number: 2563 Date: August 12, 2026 Location 1: Ottawa, ON Remote: Hybrid Business Unit: Corporate Department: Finance & Administration Job Type: Full-time #LI-SB1# #SF#