Position Description

Yonge Street Mission (YSM) is a vibrant, non-profit Christian organization leading a collective movement to end chronic poverty in Toronto. Since 1896, we’ve worked to transform the lives of people living with poverty, going beyond immediate needs by offering wrap-around support via holistic programs and services, and a pathway which enables street-involved youth, families in need, adults experiencing poverty and vulnerable communities to move from surviving to thriving.

To make this happen, we are passionate about investing in the people we work with, and look for a diverse range of staff who are key for us to advance our mission: Christians who have a heart for neighbours in need, a desire to transform the lives of our community members, and who believe in treating everyone with dignity and respect. 

If you are inspired by our vision and feel a true call to contribute to YSM’s work, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer:

As a staff member at YSM, some of the things you can look forward to include a values-based and highly collaborative and engaging work environment with a high value on staff’s mental health and well-being; meaningful, innovative and impactful work, with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children, families, and the community, as well as flexible hybrid work arrangements. Our competitive Total Rewards compensation package also includes Group RRSP matching, annual leave and paid personal days, comprehensive health and dental care coverage, an Employee and Family Assistance Program that includes counselling services by Christian professionals, and numerous other perks.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented accounting professional for the role of Accounting Specialist, to manage our Accounts Payable function. The successful candidate will also undertake a significant amount of bank and account reconciliation processes.

Responsibilities:

• Process and review invoices for accuracy, ensuring proper authorization and coding.
• Manage the timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices.
• Maintain and reconcile accounts payable ledgers.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to accounts payable.
• Process expense reports and verify employee reimbursement requests.
• Monitor and manage accounts payable aging to ensure timely payments.
• Communicate with vendors to resolve any discrepancies or payment issues.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate any outstanding balances or disputes.
• Prepare and submit tax-related filings.
• Assist in month-end closing activities, including AP-related journal entries and accruals.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions and supporting documentation.
• Assist with audits by providing documentation and explanation of AP transactions.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve payment processes and controls.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in accounting software/ERP systems (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Financial Edge, or similar).
  • Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, general accounting principles, and tax regulations.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis).
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve discrepancies.
  • Good communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal teams.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks.
• Experience:
  • 2-3 years of experience in an accounts payable role.
  • Experience with high-volume invoice processing and management of vendor relationships.
  • Experience in the execution of month-end closings and in supporting audits.

Compensation: YSM offers market competitive rates and will pay a starting salary of $49,500.00 for this role, combined with a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks.

Deadline for Application: November 15, 2024

Start Date: ASAP - immediate start preferable

While we appreciate all responses, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Please note that YSM does not use any form of artificial intelligence (AI) at any stage of the recruitment process. These stages include candidate screening and shortlisting, assessment and selection.

Learn more about YSM at www.ysm.ca 

Date Posted: October 23, 2024