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Job Title


General Accountant


Company : Harbourfront Centre


Location : Toronto, Toronto


Created : 2026-01-23


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Harbourfront Centre is a leading cultural institution in Toronto, celebrated for its vibrant arts, culture, community and recreational programs. As a not-for-profit organization, we are committed to enriching the lives of diverse communities through creativity, innovation, connection and excellence.A multi-faceted campus, Harbourfront Centre includes programming across arts, culture, recreation and learning, as well as commercial businesses that generate essential revenue to support operations. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented General Accountant to manage the day-to-day financial operations and reporting of the organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance and effect support for decision making. Position Title: General Accountant Department: Finance Reporting To: Controller Vacancies: 1 Employment Type: Full-time, 35 hours per week Compensation: Annual salary of $65,000 $75,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package Location: Toronto KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including general ledger entries, reconciliations, and monthly financial statements. Process accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, receipts, and payment tracking. Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts in collaboration with departmental leads. Support the year-end audit process, including preparation of working papers and liaising with external auditors. Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and CRA requirements for charitable organizations. Manage related government remittances. Monitor and report on restricted and unrestricted funding, grants, and donations. Assist in developing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures. Perform other tasks of a similar nature as assigned. REQUIREMENTS Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation preferred. Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in a not-for-profit environment. Strong knowledge of Canadian GAAP and fund accounting principles. Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar, Business Central experience would be preferred) and Microsoft Excel and Teams required. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Must be legally eligible to work in Canada on a full-time, ongoing basis. This role is based in Toronto, on site at our lakeside campus. OUR VALUES At Harbourfront Centre, our values Open, Brave, Rigorous, and Kind reflect our commitment to inclusivity, imaginative risk-taking, excellence, and respect, ensuring enriching experiences for all. HOW TO APPY Harbourfront Centre is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Acceptable applications must include a current resume and a cover letter indicating why you wish to join the team and how you would meet the criteria for this position. We invite qualified applicants to submit their candidacy to by no later than February 8, 2026. Please quote General Accountant in the subject line of your application.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, as such early submission is encouraged. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Suitable accommodations will be available upon request during the hiring process. Please know that our recruitment process does not involve the use of Artificial Intelligence tools; the review of received applications and hiring decisions are made by a team of people.