Accountant

Accountant Full Time

“How do you live in the moment?”

We are passionate about ‘Making Every Moment Matter’™. We are seeking a candidate that shares
our values - a person who has a passion to make a difference, who has a strong moral compass, and
who has a commitment to teamwork. The ideal candidate is a warm and loving person who makes
meaningful connections with those they are caring for.

The Accountant reports to the Director of Finance and is expected to assist with budgeting,
and monthly and year-end statement preparation as well as
government reporting, and the ongoing set-up, maintenance and improvement of accounting and
budgeting systems.

Responsibilities:
• Ensures that the department maintains compliance, which is consistent with the Ministry of Health
and Long Term Care, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and internal policies/procedures,
collective bargaining unit.
• Sets vision, goals and objectives for the department in line with the overall management
company’s vision and strategic directions.
• Ability to problem solve, conflict resolution skills.
• Supervision of Bookkeepers
• Demonstrates good knowledge of Collective Agreements, Employment Standards Act and Labour
Relations Act
• Conducts regular audits of facility systems, both computerized and supporting manual sub-
systems.
• Participates in annual external audit of facilities.
• Accounting functions are completed accurately and on time including, but not limited to: Payroll:
• setup and maintenance of the facility payroll systems
• assistance with maintenance of group benefits plans
• Payroll back-up
• Preparation of specific Ministry of Health annual reports
• Assistance with preparation of budgets, annually and as needed
• Assistance with preparation of monthly statements
• Other duties as assigned and or indicated in Job Task Inventory

Qualifications:
The qualifications needed to join our family are as follows:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or Business Administration
Minimum of 2 years accounting experience to include:

Bank reconciliation.
Accounts payable
Accounts receivable
Preparation of Financial Statements, including completion of month end entries and account analysis

Related and recent professional and skill development courses would be desirable.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, NetSuite and PointClickCare of computer programs.
Sense of responsibility, integrity, and confidentiality.
Ability to multi-task.
Well-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact efficiently and
courteously with residents, public, employees, and volunteers.
Ability to demonstrate care in use of supplies and equipment, and the ability to maintain
neat work area.
Good organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and complete ad-hoc projects
Must be level-headed and calm in emergencies.
Second language is an asset.
Background in long-term care an asset.
Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including
a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one
As a condition of employment, candidates are required to submit documented results of TB
testing (within the last six months or within 14 days upon hire) or a chest X-ray (within the
last year), as per Public Health requirements.
Two supervisory references are required.
Provide proof of all required vaccines. The Employer strongly recommends to “stay up to date” with the recommended vaccines. Vaccination requirements are subject to changes as determined by the Employer

What do we offer you?
Competitive wages
Employee benefits
Employee perks
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Matching RRSP contribution
Support for personal and professional growth

We look forward to speaking with you and Making Every Moment Matter™. Although we appreciate
all applicants interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We strive to be diverse, inclusive, fair, equitable and accessible by addressing barriers and promoting
dignity and respect for all. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process,
please contact the hiring manager.