Senior Financial Officer

We are seeking an experienced finance professional for a 14-month contract to support a busy accounting team in a hybrid work setting. Reporting to the finance lead, this position will help maintain accurate records, strengthen internal controls, and deliver reliable reporting that supports day-to-day decisions. The successful candidate will prepare periodic financial statements, reconcile accounts, and review results against budget to explain key differences. You will also support payroll or contractor payment processes for researchers and other stakeholders, assist with audit preparation, and contribute to required filings and external reporting. In addition, this role will help track grant, donor, and government-funded activity, including recurring cash flow updates and other submissions requested by public-sector partners. This position suits someone who is comfortable handling both routine accounting work and process improvements. You should be able to spot opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and consistency across finance procedures, while working closely with colleagues in other functions. Qualified candidates will have a degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline, along with several years of progressive accounting experience. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, financial reporting, and modern spreadsheet and accounting tools is required. A professional accounting designation, or progress toward one, is an asset.