Accounting and Human Resources

Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities (SCHC) is dedicated to providing accessible, equitable, and transformational health and social service choices for the well-being of Scarborough's diverse communities. We cultivate vital community services by promoting healthy lifestyles while delivering a comprehensive range of culturally competent health and social services programming. Our I2CARE values ensure that we, as a work community, treat all with inclusivity, innovation, collaboration, accessibility, respect and equity.

As an employer, we strive for excellence as a workplace and are committed to building a workforce that enhances our capacity to meet the needs of the diverse communities we serve.

We are currently looking to hire a:
**Accounting & Human Resources Technician**

1 - Full Time, 1-Year Contract (35 hours/week)

**Reports to**: Manager, Finance

**Purpose**:This position requires a working knowledge of SCHC’s accounting policies and procedures, its sub-ledgers, and spreadsheet software. Each sub-ledger supports a particular program or group of programs and has unique database characteristics. Most of them are not integrated with SCHC’s financial accounting system. This position requires a familiarity with accounts receivable processes and related general accounting practices. This position requires the ability to analyze clerical and procedural issues as they arise, resolve them in a professional manner when within the position’s scope of authority, and refer them to senior staff as required. This position works collaboratively with accounts receivable and other members of the finance office on matters related to financial accounting, auditing, congruency with the general ledger, and account balancing.

This position also works with program staff on clerical and procedural matters related to billings and collections, to assist them in their financial management responsibilities.

This position performs tasks which provide access to information of a confidential nature, including information regarding the financial affairs of clients and donors, which must be held in the highest level of confidence.

**Key areas of responsibility**:

- Support the PS Suites System by facilitating the creation and distribution of customer statements and recording of payments.
- Maintains accounting transaction records in a manner which is conducive to ease of audit and assists in the audit process by preparing reports and retrieving and filing any required documentation.
- Assist the Finance department with preparing GL account reconciliations and financial reports.
- Works collaboratively with the Finance department to troubleshoot and resolve issues affecting the accuracy, reliability and timeliness of transactions recorded in the accounting system (Great Plains).
- Support the Human Resources and payroll function by maintaining the HR and payroll information systems.

**Educational and/or Professional Qualifications**:

- Diploma or Degree in accounting and finance, or Business administration.

**Level of Experience**:

- Two years of experience in full cycle bookkeeping or financial accounting.

**Skills and Attributes**:

- Sound knowledge of accounting and finance principles.
- Knowledge in Human Resources best practice and administration would be an asset.
- Proficiency with spreadsheets and word processing software.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
- Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Capable of fulfilling the physical and mental demands of the job as per the Position Demands Analysis.
- Due to SCHC’s multi-site locations we reserve the right to relocate the incumbent to another site, in the same position performing the same duties, as may be dictated by program needs. Reasonable notice of such site relocation will be given.

**Significant Working Conditions**:

- Sitting for extended periods of time.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components.

**Remuneration**: $25.60 per hour or $46,592 per year.
- We would like to thank all applicants; only those invited to interviews will be contacted._

**If you require any accommodation, please advise Human Resources. As a condition of employment all new hires must be legal to work in Canada. You will also be required to undertake a Vulnerable Sector Screening with Police Services.**

**SCHC is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our clients, employees, job applicants, suppliers and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information or use our services. We respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the **_**Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, **_**and its associated regulations. SCHC will provide accommodations to applicants