Analyst, Accounting

SickKids Foundation•Toronto, ON

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

SickKids Foundation is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Analyst, Accounting to join their Finance team. This role will manage the full Accounts Payable process, ensure compliance with internal policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and support a variety of accounting, procurement, and reporting activities. The role is designed to evolve with the Finance team's increasing use of data, automation, and technology to support continuous improvement and strengthen financial insight and controls. The position is Permanent Full-Time and available immediately.

Requirements

Strong accounting fundamentals, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage end-to-end processes in a deadline-driven, audit-focused environment.
Post-secondary education in business & accounting; and/or 3 to 5 years’ experience in an accounting role.
Strong analytical skills and experience.
Knowledge of charitable sector accounting and other business concepts.
Strong judgement and problem solving skills.
Strong focus on customer service.
Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organization and multi-tasking skills.
Intermediate level of computer skills is required to perform data entry, analysis, and problem-solving in specialized accounting software and an advanced level is required in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

Process and code invoices, ensuring timely approvals and compliance with Signing Authority Policy.
Import, post, and reconcile invoices in the accounting system.
Create electronic payment lists, submit for approval, and process payments in accordance with Banking Authority Policy.
Maintain and review vendor records, including annual reviews and updates.
Review procurement requests for policy compliance; issue Procurement Request/Contract IDs.
Reconcile invoices to contracts and track total contract spend.
Monitor bank balances and facilitate account transfers for payment runs.
Investigate and resolve payment errors, disputes, and failed payments.
Coordinate with vendors to obtain banking details and resolve issues.
Perform weekly and monthly accounts payable reconciliations.
Ensure accurate period allocation of expenses; reconcile Prepaid Expenses and Accrued Liabilities.
Complete monthly bank reconciliations and resolve variances.
Compile and analyze expense and payment data for management and Board reporting.
Track and report on supplier Equity, Diversity & Inclusion metrics.
Complete endowment reports and ensure data alignment across systems.
Post daily revenue entries and reconcile donations received from third-party fundraising platforms.
Review employee expenses for compliance with Travel Expenses & Recognition policy.
Ensure appropriate HST rebate entitlements are calculated and claimed.
Recommend and implement process improvements to reduce errors, with leadership approval.
Review and suggest improvements to expense coding.
Respond to accounting inquiries and escalate issues as needed.
Develop and deliver training materials for staff on Procurement and Accounting processes.
Facilitate troubleshooting between document management software users and IT.
Notify supplier relationship managers of contract thresholds and upcoming expirations.
Compile expense samples for interim and year-end audits.
Review and post year-end accruals; follow up to ensure timely invoice submission.
Escalate donation refund requests and verify compliance with charitable receipting requirements.