At Regional Residential Services Society (RRSS) our mission statement and values are our foundation. As the largest non-profit community-based residential services agency in Nova Scotia, we strive to provide superior services to adults with intellectual disabilities across over 50 locations through HRM. Driven by strong values and our vision of inclusion, we are dedicated to creating an organization and work environment which promotes individual growth and career satisfaction. We are excited to be expanding our accounting department and are currently hiring for the position of Payroll Accountant

Role Summary

The successful candidate's primary purpose is to provide sound financial services to RRSS while acting as a member of the Accounting Department Team.

Reporting to the Controller your responsibilities will include the following:

• A combination of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll
• Preparation of Financial Statements.
• Effective management of the Payroll functions.
• Month-end and year-end procedures.
• Documentation preparation for submission and reconciliation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree of Business Administration with specialization in Accounting.
• Experience with accounting software and data entry.
• Excellent understanding of accounting rules and procedures including Canadian accounting standards for not-for-profit organizations.
• Advanced knowledge and experience of spreadsheets.
• Ability to work independently.
• Analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have exceptional time management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.

Compensation

Competitive compensation, including health and dental benefits, Life Insurance, LTD, AD&D, EFAP, and Group RRSP.

Application Process

Interested applicants must make formal application in writing, including current resume and cover letter demonstrating how your skills and experience match the listed role summary and qualifications to [email protected] no later than 11:59pm April 25, 2025. Applicants must be available for an interview within one of week of closing.

Other requirements upon conditional offer of employment

• Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their degree/diploma.
• Clear criminal record check.

RRSS is committed to inclusive, barrier-free selection and work environments. If contacted in relation to this process, please advise the organization's representative of your need for accommodation measures to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Please note that preference will be given to candidates who most closely meet the knowledge, skills and competencies outlined above. We wish to thank applicants in advance for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP matching
• EFAP
• Vision care

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

40 hrs/week/on-site