Accounting Clerk – Where Finance Meets Meaningful Service
Join New Leaf as an Accounting Clerk and grow your career in finance with an opportunity to work closely with the operations team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you’ll provide essential clerical and administrative support through accurate data entry, routine financial processing, and record maintenance, while collaborating closely with the operations team. This position offers a valuable opportunity to build skills, gain cross-functional experience, and contribute to meaningful work within a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Job Type: Accounting Clerk
Shifts: Typically, Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:30
Work Environment: Office environment
Compensation:
· $27.93-$31.14/hour
· Employer paid Health, Vision and Dental benefits for eligible full-time employees
· Group RRSP matching program for eligible full-time employees
· Employee assistance program
· Life insurance
· Paid time off
· RRSP match
Who we are:
New Leaf: Living and Learning Together Inc. (New Leaf)’s Mission is to provide a safe home to, and enrich the lives of, individuals with development disabilities in a unique sensory and natural environment.
New Leaf aims to provide quality supports and services that offer a rural option to individuals with a developmental disability, dual-diagnosis, and/or complex needs. We embrace the values of connections, diversity, equity & inclusion, mutual respect, respect for the environment and safety in all our services and supports.
What we are looking for:
The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting and administrative support, along with the ability to manage routine financial tasks, maintain precise records, and follow established procedures.
You are someone who can balance multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and contribute to the smooth day-to-day functioning of our Fee-for-Service program and support the administration of Supported Individuals finances.
You are also a collaborative team player who values connection between finance and service delivery. You demonstrate discretion, integrity, and commitment to confidentiality, and are motivated to learn and grow while contributing to a mission-driven, values-based organization.
Candidates for this position should be able to meet these key accountabilities:
PassportONE and Fee-Based Services Administration (Core)
- Enter and track PassportONE-related transactions in accordance with organizational procedures and Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) guidelines
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation to support PassportONE expenditures and reporting requirements
- Support invoicing and data entry for fee-based and other revenue-generating services
- Maintain client account records and assist with reconciliations as directed
Administrative Support for Individual Finances (Core)
- Collaborate closely with Services and Supports leadership to implement and administer processes that support individuals’ finances in accordance with organizational policies and Ontario’s Quality Assurance Measures (QAM)
- Support employee orientation and training related to financial processes and reporting requirements
- Provide administrative support for supported individuals’ banking and personal financial activities, ensuring compliance with consent requirements, policies, and applicable legislation
- Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date records of individual financial transactions
Provide additional support as needed in the areas of:
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Financial Data Entry and Record Maintenance
- Payroll and Benefits Administration
General Administrative Responsibilities
- Always maintain strict confidentiality of financial and personal information
- Perform banking duties for the organization, including deposits as required
- Respond to and manage correspondence related to customer and vendor inquiries
- Support employee orientation related to financial systems and processes
- Follow established internal controls and financial procedures
- Perform other related clerical and administrative duties as assigned
Skills & Qualifications
- Diploma or certificate in accounting, bookkeeping, business administration, or a related field (required)
- 1–2 years of experience in an accounting or administrative role, preferably in a non-profit or community-based setting
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage Intacct, or similar) and online banking systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and the Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Effective organizational and time management skills
- Ability to follow procedures and work within established guidelines
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated reliability, discretion, and respect for confidentiality
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a collaborative environment
- The ability to provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Check.
Why Work For us
- Opportunities for growth and development.
- We strive to create a workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute.
- You’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization that is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support and our community
- Casual dress.
Where we are located
Our Main Office is on a 112-acre farm at 19601 Leslie Street, Queensville, Ontario.
Apply today!
Human Resources Department
[email protected]
Closing date: Open until filled
New Leaf is committed to ensuring the health and safety of all the clients and staff, and as a result, has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Medical exceptions or any other kind of requested exemptions based upon the Ontario Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
New Leaf is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted, please advise if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27.93-$31.14 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Queensville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Excel, Expenses, reconciliations and Audit ready documents: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
