General Accountant - 6273E

Starling Community Services•Kitchener, ON

7d•CA$24 - CA$29•Onsite

About The Position

Starling Community Services (formerly Lutherwood) is a progressive, not-for-profit health and social service organization that strengthens people's lives by providing mental health, employment, and housing services to more than 22,530 people annually in Waterloo Region and Wellington County. We need great people like you to help us realize our mission and support communities where everyone experiences mental wellness, opportunities for employment, a place to call home, and a sense of belonging. One full-time Permanent General Accountant position available, starting on July 06, 2026, working 37.5 hours per week.

Requirements

A degree or diploma in bookkeeping or equivalent with three years’ related experience.
Experience and competence in using computer hardware and software (e.g. Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Dynamics GP).
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents and funders; to take direction; use initiative; be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Prepares balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
Process journal entries to the General Ledger including adjusting, reconciling, and recurring entries.
Updates and processes monthly fees and submit preauthorized payments (PAP) to the bank on the 1st and 15th working day of each month.
Maintains monthly rent roll report; calculates processing annual rent changes including issuing letters.
Tracks unit deposits for Luther Village on the Park; calculates and issues interest on last month’s rent.
Works in alignment with the Agency’s commitment to equity to further create a sense of belonging at the Agency.

Benefits

Job Band E (hourly wages): Min - $24.10, Mid - $25.90, Max - $28.95.
A positive work culture, inclusive workplace policies, and employee wellness initiatives.
Enrollment in a defined pension plan with the Heath Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
Enrollment in our Modular Health and Dental Benefits plan with Sun Life.
Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program which provides free and confidential counselling, resources and services.
3 Weeks paid vacation (accumulated bi-weekly).
15 hours of personal time per year.
Paid sick time (accumulated monthly) to a maximum of 300 hours.
11 paid holiday benefits per year plus a floater day.
Discounted GRT passes through membership with Travel Wise.
Employee Referral Incentive Program.
Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Staff appreciation events.