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Senior Project Accountant
@ Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU)
London, Ontario
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Overview
Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) is hiring a Senior Project Accountant to report to the Director of Finance, covering accounts payable and receivable, program and asset tracking, payroll support and capital project accounting. The role is full time at 37.5 hours per week with a flexible schedule, plus occasional extended hours and weekends. The posting states a salary of CA$52,494 to CA$70,375.50 per year.
Responsibilities:
- Track program expenses and revenues
- Perform account reconciliations and month-end journal entries
- Process weekly and biweekly payroll
- Prepare annual budgets with the Director of Finance
- Provide information to auditors at year-end
Requirements summary:
- Five years in general accounting, budgeting or audit
- Experience with payroll
- Advanced Excel knowledge
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to learn ERP systems quickly
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, 2SLGBTQ+, People with disabilities, Women |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Accounting |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Wellness |
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Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
Job description
We don’t have a mold for you to fit. We have a mission for you to join!
Most jobs want you to button up and blend in. At Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU), we want the opposite. We want the unique perspectives, the diverse talents, and the personal story that makes you who you are. Why? Because the youth we serve are not one size fits all and the people who support them shouldn’t be either!
At YOU, we believe meaningful impact is built collectively, and that every role contributes to something bigger than itself. We value your ability to bring fresh ideas to the table and innovate new ways to steward and strengthen the financial systems that power our mission, working within a team that walks alongside youth every step of the way!
Build a community where youth are embraced, empowered, and thrive. Be bold. Be authentic. Be YOU
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Senior Project Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting and finance team in the areas of accounts payable and accounts receivable, tracking and reporting on all funded programs and assets of the organization, assisting with weekly and biweekly payroll, and assisting with capital project accounting. Qualified candidates possess exceptional communication and attention to detail skills, work well in a fast paced and dynamic environment and hold values that match our corporate vision, mission & values.
The Senior Project Accountant will maintain all appropriate schedules, perform daily and month-end journal entries and produce reports on programs for various stakeholders, liaise with auditors at year-end and work with managers to ensure that their projects remain in line with budgets.
Responsibilities
YOU is actively building a diverse board and workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, we promote employment equity and encourage candidates from Indigenous, Black, and other racialized communities, 2SLGBTQI+ people, individuals with disabilities, women, and other people from communities facing systemic inequities. We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications. We encourage you to apply even if you feel the position would be a stretch.
Youth Opportunities Unlimited is committed to developing inclusive and barrier free selection and appointment processes as well as work environments, in support of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation 191/11. Should an applicant require accommodation at anypoint during the recruitment process or as an employee during subsequent employment, they are invited to communicate and discuss their requirements at [email protected]
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applications should be received electronically in MS word or PDF format as one document.
Benefits
Main Floor
333 Richmond Street
London, ON, N6A 3C2
519-432-1112
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Organization Profile
Job Details
Position Type
Full Time
Salary
Job Categories:
CA$52,494.00-CA$70,375.50 per year
Date Posted: November 11, 2026
How To Apply
resume
Contact Name
HR department
Email HR department
Application Deadline
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
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Most jobs want you to button up and blend in. At Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU), we want the opposite. We want the unique perspectives, the diverse talents, and the personal story that makes you who you are. Why? Because the youth we serve are not one size fits all and the people who support them shouldn’t be either!
At YOU, we believe meaningful impact is built collectively, and that every role contributes to something bigger than itself. We value your ability to bring fresh ideas to the table and innovate new ways to steward and strengthen the financial systems that power our mission, working within a team that walks alongside youth every step of the way!
Build a community where youth are embraced, empowered, and thrive. Be bold. Be authentic. Be YOU
Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Senior Project Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting and finance team in the areas of accounts payable and accounts receivable, tracking and reporting on all funded programs and assets of the organization, assisting with weekly and biweekly payroll, and assisting with capital project accounting. Qualified candidates possess exceptional communication and attention to detail skills, work well in a fast paced and dynamic environment and hold values that match our corporate vision, mission & values.
The Senior Project Accountant will maintain all appropriate schedules, perform daily and month-end journal entries and produce reports on programs for various stakeholders, liaise with auditors at year-end and work with managers to ensure that their projects remain in line with budgets.
Responsibilities
- Track all expenses and revenues for programs
- Track monthly inventory control and ensure alignment of inter-department sales
- Conduct monthly and quarterly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting and ledger maintenance; consult with relevant team members about problems or discrepancies
- Perform bank account reconciliations and other balance sheet account reconciliations
- Conduct regular general ledger maintenance
- Prepare and enter month-end journal entries
- Assist in all onboarding and offboarding functions in ADP
- Assist in processing weekly and biweekly payroll
- Respond to all payroll-related inquiries from government agencies (CPP, EI, EHT, WSIB, etc)
- Assist the Director of Finance in the preparation of annual budgets
- Provide required information to auditors at year-end
- Continuously improve the use of systems to maximize efficiency and minimize the risk of error
- Create and modify reports in ERP system, work with managers and employees to determine what processes and procedures can be replaced by ERP processes and implement these changes
- Document all processes and systems
- Cross-train in all accounting functions to allow for coverage during team vacations
- Support YOU’s growth
- Degree or Diploma in Accounting or a related discipline an asset
- 5 years of experience in general accounting, budgeting, and/or audit required
- Experience with payroll
- Experience with inventory control preferred
- Experience with accounting policy analysis, NetSuite accounting software considered an asset
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with diverse individuals.
- Maintains accuracy, organization, and thoroughness when completing tasks and responsibilities.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel required
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills required
- Ability to learn new business support/ERP systems quickly required
- Ability to function well in a team-oriented, deadline-driven environment required
- Uses creativity and problem-solving skills to address challenges and enhance participant and customer experiences.
- Adapts to changing situations, diverse needs, and varying demands while maintaining a positive and professional approach.
- 37.5 hours per week, flexible schedule depending on the needs of YOU
- Extended hours and weekend work may be required from time to time
YOU is actively building a diverse board and workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, we promote employment equity and encourage candidates from Indigenous, Black, and other racialized communities, 2SLGBTQI+ people, individuals with disabilities, women, and other people from communities facing systemic inequities. We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications. We encourage you to apply even if you feel the position would be a stretch.
Youth Opportunities Unlimited is committed to developing inclusive and barrier free selection and appointment processes as well as work environments, in support of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation 191/11. Should an applicant require accommodation at anypoint during the recruitment process or as an employee during subsequent employment, they are invited to communicate and discuss their requirements at [email protected]
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applications should be received electronically in MS word or PDF format as one document.
Benefits
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
Main Floor
333 Richmond Street
London, ON, N6A 3C2
519-432-1112
Visit Website
Organization Profile
Job Details
Position Type
Full Time
Salary
Job Categories:
CA$52,494.00-CA$70,375.50 per year
Date Posted: November 11, 2026
How To Apply
resume
Contact Name
HR department
Email HR department
Application Deadline
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Share
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