Accountant

Canadian Unicef Committee•Toronto, ON

8d•CA$54,000 - CA$60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Are you a skilled accounting professional with a strong foundation in financial reporting, compliance, and analysis, looking to contribute to a purpose-driven organization? Join UNICEF Canada – one of Canada’s most respected and historic charities – and be part of a high-impact, mission-driven team working across Canada and globally to create a better world for children.

Requirements

Post‑secondary degree, college diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and related accounting experience.
Minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience, ideally within a non‑profit environment.
Intermediate to advance proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex functions
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines and strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and data integrity.

Nice To Haves

Practical working knowledge of Raiser’s Edge and Financial Edge (or similar fundraising and fund accounting financial management systems), an asset
Experience working with multiple accounting and operational systems (e.g., ERP, CRM) with the ability to learn quickly, an asset

Responsibilities

Process accounts payable invoices, including verifying coding, supporting documentation, and appropriate approvals.
Prepare and execute vendor payments (EFTs, wires, bill payments, e‑transfers) and upload payment files to banking platforms.
Post AP batches and perform regular reconciliation of the AP subledger to maintain accurate vendor balances.
Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Support the coordination of EFT adjustments and declined payments by preparing supporting files and assisting with corrections in Raiser’s Edge.
Review GST, HST, and QST treatments on invoices and employee expense claims submitted through Nexonia to ensure proper tax application.
Prepare journal entries to support month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
Monitor daily bank activity and assist with cash tracking and recording transactions in a timely manner.
Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Process and post donation revenue by reconciling batches from Raiser’s Edge with Financial Edge, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Prepare revenue reconciliations and follow up on variances with internal teams as required.
Work closely with internal teams to troubleshoot revenue and transaction-related issues.
Maintain organized, complete, and audit‑ready financial records and supporting documentation.
Provide backup support across finance functions.
Assist with month/year‑end close by preparing supporting schedules and reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts (e.g., cash, prepaid expenses, AP).
Investigate and resolve reconciling items and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding balances.
Support preparation of audit working papers and provide documentation for year‑end audit requests.
Perform basic analytical checks and reasonability reviews to ensure data accuracy.
Work across multiple systems (e.g., Financial Edge, Raiser’s Edge, Nexonia, banking platforms) to input, validate, and reconcile financial data.
Support system-related initiatives, including CRM and financial system updates, data integrity efforts, and process improvements, with a focus on improving efficiency and reducing manual work.
Assist in identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce duplicate data entry through improved use of system functionality and processes.
Participate in system testing and troubleshooting, helping to ensure changes are implemented accurately and effectively.
Maintain and follow standardized processes and documentation to ensure consistency and accuracy across systems.

Benefits

Extended Health/Dental benefits
Healthcare Spending Account
Wellness Account
Life, AD&D, & Long-Term disability insurance coverage
Employer match contributions (5%) to a Group Pension Plan
Access to parental leave top-up
Fixed hybrid work environment
Minimum 3 weeks of annual vacation (increases with time served) & 1 additional day per year of service (max 30)
10 paid sick days
2 personal days
9 to 11 employee wellness days
Discounted rate for a GoodLife gym membership
Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program
Access to a comprehensive global learning platform with over 1600 courses, webinars & resources
Internal leadership development, training, & mentorship programs that integrate Anti-Racism and diversity, equity and inclusion principles
Opportunities to access both local & global stretch assignments
Centrally located head office in mid-town Toronto with satellite offices in Calgary & Montreal
Easily accessed by public transit and a short walk from several parking locations
Inclusive & accessible co-working and meeting spaces designed to foster purpose at every turn and accommodate the diverse needs of employees