Finance Assistant

Cataraqui Conservation is seeking an experienced professional with the skills, ability and knowledge to provide accounting and human resources services that support all business units.

Cataraqui Conservation works with local communities to protect people and property from hazards and to conserve natural resources in eastern Ontario watersheds. For more information, please visit cataraquiconservation.ca

Location: Cataraqui Conservation Administration Office (Kingston, Ontario) and remote (hybrid, in accordance with Cataraqui Conservation policy).

Status: Full-time, contract position.

Hours: 35 per week.

Duration: anticipated start date on or before November 16, 2026. Contract end date of April 30, 2027.

Compensation: $32,055 to $77,569 salary (Level 4, 2026 rate) plus option to join OMERS.

Key Responsibilities

The Finance Assistant carries out day-to-day accounting functions at Cataraqui Conservation for accounts payable and accounts receivable, as well as human resources duties including preparing payroll and calculating benefits and deductions. A portion of the time for the Finance Assistant will be spent providing similar payroll and accounting support for Quinte Conservation through remote work.

• Support Finance Team with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable (prepare documentation, processes, entries, prepare invoicing, record transactions, respond to inquiries, and maintain detailed records).
• Assist with routine payroll tasks, including: calculation of benefits and routine deductions, preparation of preliminary payroll report, submission of payroll for payment, provide point-of-sale transactions for Cataraqui Conservation annual passes, development fees, and programming as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Accounting or financial diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three years of payroll and day-to-day accounting experience.
• Working knowledge with Sage 300 software, Payworks, and the full suite of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team with demonstrated collaborative and innovative thinking.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated flexibility and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced changing environment.
• Valid Class G Driver's License or equivalent required.

Interested candidates are requested to submit an email message to mailbox@crca.ca with your name and “Finance Assistant” in the subject line, along with a cover letter and résumé attached, and addressed to David Ellingwood, General Manager.

Closing Date:
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EDT

We thank all applicants for their interest.
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) accommodations are available throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require disability-related accommodations, or for more information about accommodation, please contact mailbox@crca.ca .