Impact Starts at UNICEF Canada
JOIN OUR TEAM AS AN ACCOUNTANT
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.
Position Details
Position Title
Accountant
Employment Type:
Fixed term Contract (18 months), Full-time
Reports to:
Senior Manager, Finance
Salary Range:
$54,000 - $60,000 annually with benefits and 3 weeks paid vacation
Work Environment:
UNICEF Canada currently operates under a Fixed-Hybrid model that requires team members to attend the office at least 2 days/week (Tuesday & Wednesday).
Why UNICEF & UNICEF Canada?
UNICEF is the world’s most powerful force for children. Across 190 countries and territories, and in the world’s toughest places, we provide and advocate for education, health and nutrition services. Protect children from violence and abuse. Bring clean water and sanitation to those in need. Keep them safe from climate change and disease. Serve as the world’s largest provider of vaccines. Before, during and after emergencies, we’re on the ground with life-saving help and hope. The needs of children around the world continue to increase and the role of UNICEF is more important than ever.
UNICEF Canada is one of 32 National Committees (NatComms) located in high-income countries around the world. Our team exists to fundraise for UNICEF’s highest priorities and to work neutrally with governments and the private sector in Canada and internationally to advance the rights and well-being of children and youth.
As UNICEF Canada launches a bold new Strategic Plan in 2026, be part of this next phase of impact!
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Finance, the Accountant plays an important role in supporting day-to-day financial operations. This position works closely with the Senior Accountant to support across key accounting activities.
In this role, you will be responsible for executing core accounting tasks, including accounts payable processing, preparing bank reconciliations, processing and posting revenue transactions, and preparing journal entries and cash-related entries to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
You will assist in general ledger and subledger activity, support month-end close processes, and input accounts payable by reviewing invoice coding, verifying supporting documentation, and ensuring transactions are accurately recorded in a timely manner. You will also support payment processing and help maintain accurate vendor and financial records.
Working collaboratively with the Senior Accountant, you will assist in resolving discrepancies, preparing reconciliations, and supporting routine financial reporting activities. This role also provides backup support across finance functions as required to ensure continuity of operations.
The incumbent is also expected to demonstrate strong systems and technology aptitude, with the ability to navigate and work across multiple financial and operational systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, and financial platforms). You will support ongoing system improvements, data integrity initiatives, and process enhancements, including contributing to financial system implementations and upgrades. In addition, you will support year-end audit preparation by gathering documentation and responding to auditor requests in collaboration with internal teams.
Key Accountabilities
Accounting Operations (75%)
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Process accounts payable invoices, including verifying coding, supporting documentation, and appropriate approvals.
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Prepare and execute vendor payments (EFTs, wires, bill payments, e‑transfers) and upload payment files to banking platforms.
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Post AP batches and perform regular reconciliation of the AP subledger to maintain accurate vendor balances.
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Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
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Support the coordination of EFT adjustments and declined payments by preparing supporting files and assisting with corrections in Raiser’s Edge.
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Review GST, HST, and QST treatments on invoices and employee expense claims submitted through Nexonia to ensure proper tax application.
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Prepare journal entries to support month‑end and year‑end close processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial records.
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Monitor daily bank activity and assist with cash tracking and recording transactions in a timely manner.
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Perform monthly bank reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
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Process and post donation revenue by reconciling batches from Raiser’s Edge with Financial Edge, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
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Prepare revenue reconciliations and follow up on variances with internal teams as required.
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Work closely with internal teams to troubleshoot revenue and transaction-related issues.
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Maintain organized, complete, and audit‑ready financial records and supporting documentation.
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Provide backup support across finance functions.
Reconciliations, Reporting & Month/Year End Support (15%)
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Assist with month/year‑end close by preparing supporting schedules and reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts (e.g., cash, prepaid expenses, AP).
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Investigate and resolve reconciling items and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding balances.
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Support preparation of audit working papers and provide documentation for year‑end audit requests.
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Perform basic analytical checks and reasonability reviews to ensure data accuracy.
Systems, Data & Process Improvement (10%)
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Work across multiple systems (e.g., Financial Edge, Raiser’s Edge, Nexonia, banking platforms) to input, validate, and reconcile financial data.
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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.
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Assist in identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and reduce duplicate data entry through improved use of system functionality and processes.
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Participate in system testing and troubleshooting, helping to ensure changes are implemented accurately and effectively.
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Maintain and follow standardized processes and documentation to ensure consistency and accuracy across systems.
Qualifications
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Post‑secondary degree, college diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and related accounting experience.
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Minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience, ideally within a non‑profit environment.
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Intermediate to advance proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex functions
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Practical working knowledge of Raiser’s Edge and Financial Edge (or similar fundraising and fund accounting financial management systems), an asset
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Experience working with multiple accounting and operational systems (e.g., ERP, CRM) with the ability to learn quickly, an asset
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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.
An Employer of Choice: What We Offer
UNICEF Canada is where diverse talent & passion come together to create extraordinary impact for every child. We are committed to being an employer of choice and building a culture that is inclusive, ambitious, compassionate, and has a high impact.
Members of the UNICEF Canada team have access to the following employee benefits:
A ROBUST COMPENSATION PACKAGE
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Extended Health/Dental benefits, Healthcare Spending Account, and Wellness Account
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Life, AD&D, & Long-Term disability insurance coverage
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Employer match contributions (5%) to a Group Pension Plan
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Access to parental leave top-up
A COMMITMENT TO WELLNESS
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Fixed hybrid work environment to balance connection and collaboration with the work-life integration needs of our team
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Minimum 3 weeks of annual vacation (increases with time served) & 1 additional day per year of service (max 30)
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10 paid sick days & 2 personal days
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9 to 11 employee wellness days – an additional series of pre-set days off, given annually to further extend long weekends
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Discounted rate for a GoodLife gym membership
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Access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program
A CULTURE OF LEARNING & GROWTH
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Access to a comprehensive global learning platform with over 1600 courses, webinars & resources
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Internal leadership development, training, & mentorship programs that integrate Anti-Racism and diversity, equity and inclusion principles
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Opportunities to access both local & global stretch assignments
AN INCLUSIVE & PURPOSE-DRIVEN WORKPLACE
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Centrally located head office in mid-town Toronto with satellite offices in Calgary & Montreal
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Easily accessed by public transit and a short walk from several parking locations
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Inclusive & accessible co-working and meeting spaces designed to foster purpose at every turn and accommodate the diverse needs of employees
A CHANCE TO DO MEANINGFUL & LIFE-CHANGING WORK
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Under the leadership of a dynamic, accomplished, and experienced executive leadership team, you’ll be part of a diverse & talented Canada team committed to creating meaningful impact while fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.
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You’ll join a global UNICEF family with a shared commitment to impact the lives of children
Our Commitment to Inclusive Workplaces & Recruitment
UNICEF Canada is an inclusive workplace and is committed to championing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.
At UNICEF Canada, we believe strongly in personal connections and our hiring process is entirely human-driven. We do not use AI or automated systems to review applications or conduct interviews. Each candidate is evaluated by our experienced team to ensure fair and thoughtful hiring experience.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter as one document to
[email protected] by
11:59PM EST on June 30, 2026. Please reference “Accountant” in the subject heading. UNICEF Canada thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Consistent with our Child Safeguarding Policy, all successful candidates must receive clearance by a police background check (including a vulnerable sector screen).
