Role Overview
Robert Half is hiring a Senior Accountant - Not for Profit. This is a contract role in CA. Part of Robert Half's Fp A hiring, posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Not for Profit client in Toronto, Ontario on a short term Contract basis. This position supports the reliability of financial and operational information by connecting data across multiple platforms, improving reporting accuracy, and helping leaders make well-informed decisions. The role works closely with Finance, IT, Operations, and external partners to strengthen reconciliation processes, support planning activities, and deliver clear insights from complex datasets.
Responsibilities
- Oversee reconciliations across financial and operational systems, including Sage Intacct, Salesforce, and legacy data sources, to confirm consistency and accuracy.
- Analyze variances in general ledger balances, sub-ledger records, and reporting outputs, then identify and resolve underlying data issues.
- Create and enhance automated reconciliation and reporting solutions using Excel, Power Query, and Power BI to improve efficiency and visibility.
- Review large transaction-level datasets to verify completeness, reliability, and alignment with financial records.
- Prepare thorough supporting documentation for reconciliations, journal adjustments, and review activities to maintain audit readiness.
- Work with internal teams to align financial systems and operational data structures while supporting interface and integration improvements.
- Partner with external vendors to refine data exchanges and strengthen the performance of system connections.
- Document Sage Intacct processes, data definitions, mapping logic, and transformation rules to support consistent system use and reporting.
- Evaluate data quality and control gaps, recommend practical improvements, and contribute to ongoing system enhancement initiatives.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities by providing accurate data analysis and actionable reporting insights.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- An accounting designation in progress or completed is considered an asset.
- 3–5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, reconciliation, or accounting-related work.
- Not for profit experience with fund accounting.
- Demonstrated ability to work with high-volume and complex datasets in multi-system environments.
- Hands-on experience with Sage Intacct, Salesforce, and advanced Excel functions, including Power Query.
- Experience using Power BI or a similar data visualization platform to support analysis and reporting.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical findings in business terms.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Accountant - Not for Profit position at Robert Half?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Robert Half. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Accountant - Not for Profit position at Robert Half located?
This position is based in CA. Robert Half has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Accountant - Not for Profit at Robert Half earn?
Robert Half has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Accountant - Not for Profit role at Robert Half posted?
This role was posted on June 3, 2026 (12 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Accountant - Not for Profit role at Robert Half require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Robert Half lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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