Ottawa, On General accountant Jobs – 20 Openings This Week

Corporate Controller (Contract – Maternity Leave Coverage)
Commissionaires Ottawa —Nepean, ON
- $118,000 a year
- Day shift
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Divisional Controller
Cadre Staffing Inc. —Ottawa, ON
- $125,000–$145,000 a year
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Excel
- Inventory management
Property Accountant
Recruiting in Motion —Ottawa, ON
- $30–$35 an hour
- Full-time
- Accounting
- In-person
- Communication skills
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6d
General and Project Accountant
Canadian Bar Association —Ottawa, ON
- $36.26 an hour
- Contract
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
Project Accountant
PCL Constructors Inc. —Ottawa, ON
- $61,000–$92,000 a year
- Microsoft Office
- Accounting
- Construction experience
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Senior Accountant
Assent —Ottawa, ON
- $85,000–$95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Bachelor's
Chief Accountant
Ottawa Jewish Community School —Ottawa, ON
- $70,000–$75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Microsoft Office
- Tuition reimbursement
7d
Bookkeeper - Part Time
Shoreway Drywall —Ottawa, ON
- $20–$26 an hour
- Part-time
- Accounting
- QuickBooks
- Organizational skills
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9d
Accountant - New Grad
InterRent REIT —Ottawa, ON
- $50,000–$60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor's
- Accounting
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Accountant, Project Accounting
Brookfield BRP Canada LP —Gatineau, QC
- Overtime
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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Property Accountant - New Grad
CLV Group —Ottawa, ON
- $50,000–$60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor's
- Accounting
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14d
Senior Accountant
Brookfield Renewable —Gatineau, QC
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor's
- Accounting
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CORPORATE CONTROLLER (CPA/CA)
Central Precast —Ottawa, ON
- $100,000–$130,000 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Accounting
- Manufacturing
- Wellness program
- Dental care
Corporate Controller (Contract – Maternity Leave Coverage)
Commissionaires —Ottawa, ON
- $118,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Microsoft Office
Manager, Accounting
Brookfield BRP Canada Corp. —Gatineau, QC
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Excel
- English
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Staff Accountant
4Sight Search Solutions Inc. —Canada
- $90,000–$100,000 a year
- Overtime
- Business
- Accounting
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Manager, Internal Audit
Metrolinx —Canada
- $123,026 a year
- Full-time
- PMP
- Engineering
- Data analysis skills
7d
Senior Financial Analyst, Accounting Advisory
Metrolinx —Canada
- $93,798 a year
- Full-time
- Accounting
Senior Manager, Internal Audit - IT & Payments
Metrolinx —Canada
- $140,764 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
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Corporate Controller (Contract – Maternity Leave Coverage)

Commissionaires Ottawa -
Nepean, ON

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Job details

Fixed term contract
$118,000 a year

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Financial auditing
Post-secondary education
English
Microsoft Office
Finance
Chartered Professional Accountant
Analysis skills
Microsoft Dynamics GP
Accounting
QuickBooks
Accounting
Communication skills

Full job description

Location: 24 Colonnade Road, Ottawa ON (free parking on site)
Schedule: Daytime, Monday to Friday
Contract Term: August 4, 2026 to September 17, 2027
Starting Salary: $118,000 / year

We are currently recruiting for a Corporate Controller to fill a temporary maternity leave vacancy at our head office location in Ottawa, ON. This is a full-time, in-person contract opportunity running from August 4, 2026, to October 16, 2027.

Why join Commissionaires Ottawa?

As a nationally respected organization known for excellence in security and consulting services, we offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose. Here's what sets us apart:

Reputable, well-established organization with a meaningful mission
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Employer-paid professional development opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package
Generous vacation, holidays, and sick days
Employee discounts, social events, and holiday gatherings
Free on-site parking
Paid CPA membership dues

About the Role

Reporting to the CFO, the Corporate Controller will lead the full accounting function for Commissionaires Ottawa. This is a key leadership role responsible for financial reporting, compliance, and oversight of core accounting operations. You will manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting functions, while collaborating closely with the Director of Finance, IT, and Payroll teams to support systems integration and strengthen internal controls.

As part of the Finance leadership team, you will work alongside senior leaders under the CFO to help define the department’s strategic direction and uphold the organization’s financial integrity. This role plays a critical leadership function within the Finance department and is essential to maintaining operational continuity during the maternity leave period.

What You’ll Do

Accounting Operations

Oversee daily operations of Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and general accounting, ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial records, and timely vendor payment
Lead the month-end close for the organization, ensuring all reporting deadlines are met
Review and maintain the capital assets listing as well as the prepaids schedule

Monthly Analyses & Reporting

Manage bookkeeping for smaller entities using QuickBooks and prepare their monthly financial statements (income statement and balance sheet)
Review accounts receivable and accounts payable aging reports with relevant team leads; escalate major issues to the CFO
Prepare monthly financial statements for the main operating entity, including income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows
Conduct variance analyses on income statement and balance sheet results against budget, prior year, and prior month
Prepare and post adjusting journal entries where necessary
Compile consolidated financial results, including equity pick-up from affiliated entities
Present finalized financial results to the CFO

Treasury, Compliance & Audit Management

Administer the corporate credit card program, ensuring policy compliance and effective usage
Stay ahead of legislative, contractual, and business changes, ensuring timely implementation of required financial adjustments
Play a key role on external audit and coordinate related financial reporting requirements

Leadership & Team Development

Provide strategic leadership and direct oversight of the 5-person Controllership team (AR, AP, Accounting)
Mentor, coach, and develop team members to support their professional growth and maintain high team performance

Strategic Initiatives & Operational Excellence

Lead and contribute to strategic initiatives and special projects to drive operational efficiency and financial effectiveness
Conduct ad hoc financial reporting and investigations as required
Stay current with Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements and evolving accounting standards
Mentor co-op students when assigned, fostering the next generation of financial professionals

What We're Looking For

Hold a professional designation as a Canadian CPA
Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
Minimum 3 years of experience in a Senior Accountant, Controller, or equivalent senior-level role in an organization with $10M+ in revenue
5+ years in full-cycle accounting
Experience leading direct reports (Preferred)
Experience working with ASPE, plus working knowledge of ASNPO, with the ability to practically apply it
Advanced Excel skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Proficient in MS Dynamics GP(Preferred)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
Able to manage high-volume processing under tight deadlines
High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance

Join Our Team

If you're excited by the opportunity to shape financial operations and lead a dynamic team, we want to hear from you! Submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Posting may remain active until the position is filled.

Note:

Only those candidates that meet the specified requirements will be considered for this position. Candidates that do not meet the requirements may be considered for similar opportunities.

Commissionaires’ values the diversity of our workforce and respects its employees as individuals, regardless of race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender and age.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Commissionaires’ Policies on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Commissionaires’ hiring process.

Commissionaires-Ottawa does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. However, please be aware that some third-party tools we utilize in our recruiting and selection process may incorporate AI technology.

We appreciate all who apply, however we will only be contacting candidates of interest.

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Pay: $118,000.00 per year

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Dental care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care

Work Location: In person

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