Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, the Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial information and records (manual and automated) and provide related reports to the Centre’s management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Community College certificate in fundamental accounting or equivalent.  Enrollment in, or completion of, CPA program is preferred.
• Three to five years automated accounting, payroll and benefits experience, preferable in a community-based, not for profit human service organization.
• Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices and audit objectives.
• Demonstrated strong user-level familiarity with accounting, spreadsheet, word processing and database software.
• Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and little supervision.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with Great Plains Accounting and Easy Pay Payroll software is preferred.
• Familiarity with MIS/OHRS reporting standards preferred.
• Vulnerable sector police check and confirmation of full Covid-19 vaccination required.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Full cycle administration of payroll and processing of all benefit remittances.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Reconcile accounts, monthly bank reconciliation, bank deposits.
• Prepare financial statements, including income and expenses, trial balance, and balance sheet for reporting to the Leadership and the Board of the Directors including preliminary analysis and timely follow-up.
• Maintain the integrity of the General Ledger, related reports and reporting tools.
• Assist the Management team in budget preparation including maintenance of system budget tools.
• Monitor expenditures and analysis to ensure conformance to budget.
• Assist with quarterly reports to Ontario Health West (OHW) funders.
• Year-end audit preparation.
• Maintain inventory control, petty cash, order and process supplies as required.
• Ensure compliance with the Centre’s privacy policies.

The West Elgin Community Health Centre is located in the beautiful community of West Lorne, Ontario about 30 minutes from London.

Compensation:  Salary Range is $25.79 - $30.34/hour.  This position includes the opportunity to participate in HOOPP, benefits and an attractive paid time off package.

The Centre is committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Individuals requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.