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Finance Specialist
@ Earnscliffe Strategy Group
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Earnscliffe Strategy Group is hiring a full-time Finance Specialist in Ottawa or Toronto on a hybrid basis to run day-to-day accounts payable, credit card, expense and ledger transactions. The role reports to the Financial Controller and needs at least three years of progressive finance or accounting experience, with accounts payable experience. The posting states the role is permanent and that the employer uses AI tools to screen applicants.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the full accounts payable cycle and project coding
- Process staff expense claims and credit card transactions
- Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for month-end and year-end
- Maintain fixed asset register, accruals and prepaid schedules
- Support HST returns, audit and tax working papers
Requirements summary:
- Three or more years of progressive finance or accounting experience
- Accounts payable experience
- Solid understanding of accounting principles
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience with Sage, QuickBooks or Nexonia is an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
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Earnscliffe Strategy Group
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Full company description
Founded in 1989 and independently owned by our principals, Earnscliffe has offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, with staff also based on Vancouver Island and throughout the Prairies. We offer our clients a unique understanding of the country and where it intersects in the world. The full team at Earnscliffe includes senior practitioners who understand how issues play out across the public landscape, markets, and public opinion, veteran journalists who understand media, business leaders who have built and repaired consumer trust and reputation, and creative directors and designers who have launched brands, alongside experienced public affairs and government relations practitioners. The result is a sharper view of the factors that shape outcomes compared to traditional communication firms. Our strength is in understanding our clients, their environment, and the environment in which decisions are being made that will affect them and their outcomes – and then translating that into the necessary strategies for our clients to succeed. Our longevity and success are based on one key principle: providing our clients with the best available advice. Period. Earnscliffe is also a member of Fipra International Ltd., an international network of independent strategic advisors operating in over 50 countries – meaning full global reach while preserving the service excellence and senior expertise of an independent firm. Through our affiliation with Fipra, we also have representatives in Brussels and China.
- LinkedIn followers
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- People associated on LinkedIn
- 121
- Reported office locations
- 46 Elgin Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 1C7, CA
- 33 Yonge St, 310, Toronto, Ontario M5E 1G4, CA
- 1040 W Georgia St, Vancouver, British Columbia, CA
- Other recorded names
- Earnscliffe Strategy Group
- Earnscliffe
- Specialties
- Government Relations
- Public Policy Analysis
- Strategic Communications
- Public-Opinion Research
- Digital Advocacy
- Executive Speech Writing
- Market Research
- Media Training
- Crisis Communications
- C-Suite Services
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Campaign and Coalition Management
- and Community Acceptance
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Founded in 1989 and independently owned by our principals, Earnscliffe has offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, with staff also based on Vancouver Island and throughout the Prairies. We offer our clients a unique understanding of the country and where it intersects in the world. The full team at Earnscliffe includes senior practitioners who understand how issues play out across the public landscape…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Business Consulting and Services |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Government RelationsPublic Policy AnalysisStrategic CommunicationsPublic-Opinion ResearchDigital AdvocacyExecutive Speech WritingMarket ResearchMedia TrainingCrisis CommunicationsC-Suite Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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Earnscliffe is one of Canada’s leading public affairs, public relations, opinion research, digital and design firms. We work with organizations, businesses, associations, coalitions, and campaigns to navigate complex challenges, shape public conversations, and connect with the audiences that matter most.
Our integrated teams bring together expertise across strategic communications, public affairs, research, digital strategy, and creative design to deliver thoughtful, impactful work grounded in insight and execution. From advocacy campaigns and stakeholder engagement to branding, content, and digital communications, we help clients move their objectives forward through strategies that are clear, creative, and effective.
The Finance Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day execution of transactions related to the firm’s financial operations. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, with upward engagement with the Director of Finance, this role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of AP, credit cards, employee expenses, and for the maintenance of robust financial records. The ideal candidate thrives in a small-team environment where they can take "end-to-end" ownership of accounting tasks while supporting the broader team.
Strategic Focus Areas
Financial Integrity: Ensure all financial transactions are recorded in accordance with accounting principles and the internal firm policies.
Operational Efficiency: Streamline the flow of credit card transactions, accounts payable and expenses to maintain optimal working capital.
Accuracy & Compliance: Execute entries in a timely fashion with 100% accuracy to ensure regulatory compliance.
Reporting Support: Assist the Director of Finance and Controller in preparing monthly financial reports by maintaining “clean" and reconciled sub-ledger and general ledger accounts.
Responsibilities & Duties
Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Manage the full AP cycle: verifying invoices, matching and coding to appropriate projects/departments, and preparing payment runs.
- Ensure accurate project-coding for all disbursements including employee expenses and credit card transactions to facilitate precise client re-billing.
- Provide coverage to AR function, including generating client invoices for service line teams, assistance with collections, and provision for doubtful debts.
Expense & Cash Management
- Review and process staff expense claims (Nexonia), ensuring adherence to the firm’s travel and expense policies.
- Manage electronic cash fund transfers (EFTs) and other payments including wire transfers.
- Provide back-up coverage for remote deposit capture.
- Assist with bank reconciliations.
General Ledger & Reconciliations
- Prepare and post journal entries for month-end and year-end closing.
- Maintain accrual ledgers and prepaid expenses continuity schedules.
- Provide monthly financial analysis over budget-to-actual expenses and trends.
- Maintain the fixed asset register and record depreciation.
- Assist in the preparation of HST returns and supporting documentation.
Administrative & Team Support
- Assist with the preparation of working papers for audit, review engagements and periodic tax filings and compliance requirements including year-end returns.
- Provide administrative support as needed to meet departmental deadlines.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum three (3) years of progressive experience in finance and/or general accounting roles with specific experience in accounts payable.
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and Data Validation)
- Proficiency with financial reporting and expense software, including Sage, QuickBooks, and Nexonia would be highly desirable.
- Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
Position Details:
This position is a full-time, permanent, hybrid role and is open to candidates located in Ottawa or Toronto.
This is an existing role. This employer uses artificial intelligence technology to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.
Earnscliffe is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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