Who We Are

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is a registered charity and has been operating for 150 years. The Society provides care, comfort and compassion to animals in need in communities across Ontario; we value all animals and advocate to treat them with respect and kindness. We strive to keep pets and families together and do so through a variety of community support services.

Opportunity

Accounting Clerk - Reporting to the Controller, Finance, the Accounting Clerk position performs general accounting duties and provides support to the month-end, year-end, and budgeting processes

Status:             Full-time, Permanent

Location:           Onsite, Provincial Office, Stouffville Ontario

A Typical Day

•   Process month-end journal entries regarding insurance, deferred revenue, clearing accounts and other entries as required

•   Perform monthly bank and clearing account reconciliations (BMO, Gaming)

•   Co-ordinate PAP invoice approvals and post approved payment journals in system

•   Co-ordinate credit card expense tracking with all departments, (ensuring all transactions are supported with documentation and coded appropriately)

•   Co-ordinate Petty Cash Agreements with Provincial Operating Managers and ensure regular reconciliations have been completed in a timely manner

•   Provide support in the preparation of the annual budget

•   Compile schedules and working papers for the year end audit 

Accounts Receivable

•   Prepare AR invoices as needed

•   Notify Management of expiring Municipal Contracts

•   Prepare weekly cash and cheque deposits with appropriate coding

•   Ensure all EFT/credit card payments are processed for month-end

•   Follow-up with customers on outstanding accounts and pledges on a bi-weekly/as needed basis

•   Perform monthly reconciliations of the AR Control, AR Miscellaneous, and Bad Debt expense accounts

•   Maintain/update customer files as needed

Why You Should Join Our Team?

•   Be part of an energetic team environment with others who share your passion for animal wellbeing!

•   Competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision benefits

•   Employee Family Assistance Program

•   Paid sick time

•   3 weeks of vacation accrued from day one!

•   Generous discount on virtual pet care services

•   Discount on pet supplies and toys

•   Discount on Ontario SPCA Paws & Give merchandise

Are You a Match?

•   Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a similar finance position

•   Post secondary, preferably in Business or Finance

•   Preference given to candidates working towards their CPA designation

•   Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is preferred

•   Strong Excel skills and proficient with other MS Office applications

•   Experience in a non-profit organization an asset  

•   Exposure to fundraising software is a benefit (i.e.: Raiser’s Edge)

We Can’t Wait to Meet You!

Please forward your resume and cover letter to:                                                                 

AnneMarie Dupuis

Human Resources Business Partner

Ontario SPCA and Humane Society

Please quote “Accounting Clerk” in the subject line.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society embodies a culture that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (“DEIB”) and welcomes applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds. Our DEIB practices foster a fair and consistent environment, enabling everyone to feel welcomed, supported and valued in the workplace.

The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society provide accommodation during all stages of the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodation, please advise us if you are contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any questions, suggestions or required documents regarding accessibility in a different format, please contact us at 888-668-7722 or .