Senior Accountant

Program: Central Administration

Position: Senior Accountant

Duration: Full Time, Regular

Vacancy: Replacement of Sr. Accountant Contract

Salary: $61, $79, Salary positioning is on the established grid and is pro‐rated to Canopy's fiscal year.

What We Will Ask of You:

As a key member of our Central Administration team, the Senior Accountant plays an important role. On most days you'll be providing oversight to the finance function while providing support to the Payroll & Financial Analyst as well as the Accounting Coordinator. The Senior Accountant provides reports to the Director of Finance & Infrastructure by ensuring the financial reports adhere to standards outlined by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for NPO's and sector specific other legislative standards. The Senior Accountant seeks to support agency staff to do their best work in fulfilling the agency's operational plan and strategic direction through specific financial directives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for review and approval of the bi-weekly payroll report, ensuring employees are paid in compliance with applicable legislation including, Employment Standards Act (ESA), Ontario Pension Benefits Act (OPBA), Income Tax Act, agency financial policies and procedures and applicable employee changes such as; statutory deductions as well as pension and/ or benefit contributions, salary and/ or position changes and terminations within the payroll cycle.
• Oversee month-end closing activities, including review of bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and restricted funding reconciliations.
• Assist the Director with budget preparation and financial report compilation, including variance analysis and supporting documentation.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive data systems to document revenue recognition within the billing cycle. This includes contract management, invoicing, payment processing and reconciliation of deferred revenue. This also includes assisting the Director of Finance with revenue forecasting and profitability analysis.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive data systems to document payroll, time away, program and staff expenses and budgeting strategies to support the Director as directed.
• Review credit card purchases, staff expense reports, and EFT runs for registered vendors, Outside Paid Resources (OPR's) and Service User families to ensure accuracy, proper authorization, and full compliance with established financial policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or a related field or equivalent experience and knowledge.
• 5+ years of combined experience in a variety of finance related areas: Accounting, Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP) , Reconciliation and Month end reporting, and Financial Statement (FS) Reporting.
• Experience working in developmental sector or non-for-profit is considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, well organized with an excellent ability to prioritize, multi-task and take initiative.
• Strong working knowledge of financial cycles, reporting requirements and QuickBooks.
• Ability to maintain positive and professional relationships with parents and other stakeholders.
• Advanced computer proficiency and excellent communication skills.
• Compassionate and responsible supporter of people, their families, and community partners.
• Advanced knowledge or strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and its application including; Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS), Broader Public Sector Act, Non for profit accounting guidelines and Employment Standards Act (ESA).
• Valid G-Class driver's license for the Province of Ontario, access to reliable transportation and have valid proof of automobile insurance with driving for business purposes and a minimum liability of two million dollars.

About Us:

We are proud to be located in Peterborough, Ontario, known traditionally as Nogojiwanong, an Anishinaabemowin word meaning "place at the foot of the rapids." Nestled along the Otonabee River — "the river that beats like a heart" — Peterborough is a place of natural beauty, cultural richness, and deep history.

We respectfully acknowledge that our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Mississauga Anisinaabeg and Chippewa Nations under Williams Treaty #20, signed in 1818 and 1923. This land is part of the territory of the Williams Treaties First Nations, including Curve Lake First Nation, Hiawatha First Nation and Alderville First Nation.

Who We Are:

At Canopy Support Services, we empower individuals to overcome barriers and live their best lives. Within a welcoming, safe, accessible environment, those with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) have access to individualized supports, resources, and specialized clinical services.

Taking an individualized approach, we recognize that everyone's abilities and circumstances are unique, and that they require different supports or solutions to achieve their best quality of life. Our skilled staff work together as a team. Through creativity, strong communication, and collaboration, they empower and inspire confidence in those we serve. We are a capacity building organization. Through planning, evidence-based approaches and proactive measures, we form a stable foundation in the lives of those we support. With knowledge and expertise, we play a part in strengthening our community and its people.

Our primary service area extends across five regions – Northumberland, Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Durham, and Haliburton – and is expanding virtually and physically to reach new areas. With a growing team of over 100 dedicated staff, we work with individuals of all ages to support them in different stages of their lives.

At Canopy Support Services, people are listened to, supported, and empowered. We find individualized solutions that build on strengths, and are inspired by best practice and rooted in community. Together, we build capacity, forming a stable foundation in the lives of those we support.

Our Commitment to Reconciliation: We strive to build respectful relationships with Indigenous communities and incorporate Indigenous perspectives into our workplace culture.

What We Can Offer You:

• Being a part of an engaged and caring work place.
• Contributing to our Strategic Directions and FOCUS Accreditation standards.
• Strong work/life balance with a work week of 35 hours with emphasis on working some evenings.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan & Competitive Benefits package.
• Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is in our culture and talent processes.
• An agency culture with core values of Inclusivity, Safety, Transparency, Innovation and Excellence.

We look forward to having a person who shares our passion and commitment to developmental services join us

How You Can Join Our Team:

Qualified internal candidates are asked to submit their application by October 24, 2025 by 4:00pm.

If you're interested in working with us to better your community, then please click Apply now to complete your application

We thank you for your interest and those selected to participate in the selection process will be contacted. Accommodation in accordance with applicable legislation will be provided for all employment related activities.

Canopy Support Services highly values and actively encourages applications from qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, diverse and accessible workplace that values and celebrates the unique contributions of every individual.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $61,133.33-$79,883.80 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Do you have 5+ years of combined experience in a variety of finance related areas: Accounting, Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP) and Month-End Reporting?
• Do you have PCP Certification from the Canadian Payroll Association?
• Do you have a valid G-Class driver's license for the Province of Ontario, access to reliable transportation and have valid proof of automobile insurance with driving for business purposes and a minimum liability of two million dollars.

Work Location: In person