Accountant

Position: Accountant

Status: Full-time, Permanent

Reports to: Finance Manager

Location: Ottawa, Hybrid

Salary range: $60,000-$80,000

Benefits: RRSP matching and employer paid Group Health Benefits from day one, generous vacation and sick leave, annual wellness allowance and professional development reimbursement

As a boutique labour and employment law firm, Emond Harnden has represented the interests of management in both official languages for over 35 years. Originating in Ottawa, our roots have spread nationwide, proudly representing employers across every province and territory in Canada. Committed to elevating the quality of our clients’ workplaces, we immerse ourselves in understanding their unique objectives and foster enduring partnerships. This dedication has established us as the go-to trusted advisor for some of Canada’s largest private, public, and not-for-profit organizations. With over 50 lawyers exclusively focused on the specialized needs of organizations, Emond Harnden stands out as one of Canada’s top management-side labour and employment law firms.

Duties And Responsibilities

Working closely with the Finance Department (team of 5) and under the direction of the Finance Manager, the Accountant will serve as the second-in-command, responsible for performing a variety of tasks, including the following:

• Oversee cash flow and daily cash transactions including reconciling all bank accounts
• Assist in month end reporting including financial statement preparation, analyzing data, and performing account reconciliations for month-end close.
• Handle AR collections by following up with clients and collaborating with partners to manage their clients’ ARs.
• Prepare quarterly and monthly reporting for associates.
• Assist with payroll review and reporting
• Act as a key point of contact and mentor for the Finance team, providing guidance and support to ensure team goals are met.
• Help to develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls to enhance financial discipline and maturity
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and financial laws
• Assist with the billing cycle as required
• Other ad-hoc duties as required
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Professional accounting designation or in progress
• Full cycle accounting experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively within a team, and to communicate complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
• Bilingualism (French and English) is considered an asset
  
  

How To Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your resume to [email protected].

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Emond Harnden is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected].