Accounting & Payroll Administrator

We're recruiting a full-time, permanent Accounting & Payroll Administrator on behalf of our client, a Canadian-owned consulting and professional services firm known for its strong values and collaborative culture. Reporting to the CFO, this role is responsible for managing full-cycle payroll, timesheet administration, accounts receivable and payable, and supporting month-end close. We're looking for someone sharp and proactive who thrives in a team setting, communicates clearly, sweats the details, and gets things done without needing the spotlight. Main responsibilities include:

• Managing bi-weekly ADP payroll, related GL reconciliations, expense claims, Sage data entry, and monthly WSIB remittances.
• Training and supporting users on the timesheet system, resolving time discrepancies, and managing data from third-party platforms.
• Preparing and posting client billings, ensuring accuracy through coordination with account executives and customers.
• Processing vendor invoices and payments, maintaining vendor relationships through timely follow-up
• Supporting month-end close by preparing working papers and reconciling intercompany and balance sheet accounts.

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Qualifications

The main qualifications for this role include:

• Formal education in accounting or finance, or equivalent relevant work experience
• 3+ years of full-cycle accounting experience, including payroll
• Proficiency with financial systems and tools such as ADP, QuickBooks, and Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in a professional services environment, ideally supporting consultants, is an asset

How You Will Be Rewarded:

• $65,000 - $80,000 annual salary range
• Bonus potential
• Group Insurance Benefits
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• Free parking

Location: Ottawa

Internal Job ID#: 5109

Recruiter Name: Tracey Windsor