OFL Finance Coordinator; Leave

OFL Finance Coordinator (Leave)

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL POSTING: OFL FINANCIAL COORDINATOR (LEAVE) Final date to receive applications: SEPTEMBER 30, 2026

The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) represents 54 unions and one million workers and is Canada’s largest provincial labour federation.

The OFL is seeking a Financial Coordinator for a full-time, fixed-term contract from October 8, 2026 to September 13, 2027, providing leave coverage.

Reporting to the President of the Ontario Federation of Labour (Chief Executive Officers (CEO)), with day-to-day financial direction and oversight delegated to the Secretary-Treasurer, (Chief Financial Officer (CFO)), the Financial Coordinator will support the effective day-to-day administration of the OFL’s financial operations.

• A college diploma or university degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Practical accounting experience, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and reconciliations;
• Experience with Quick Books or comparable accounting software;
• Experience supporting payroll, statutory remittances and payroll reporting;
• Strong Microsoft Excel and business math skills;
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail;
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines;
• Sound judgment and strict confidentiality when handling financial information;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and racial equity;
• Labour, non-profit or mission-driven organization experience is an asset; and
• Budgeting experience and comfort working within defined budget parameters are assets.

The Financial Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the OFL’s day-to-day accounting and financial administration, including:

• Maintaining accurate and complete financial records and ensure the integrity and confidentiality of financial information;
• Manage the full cycle of accounts payable, including coding and entering invoices, processing payments, maintaining vendor records and reconciling accounts;
• Prepare accounts payable aging information as required and ensure appropriate reconciliation between subsidiary records and the general ledger;
• Oversee accounts receivable, working with administrative staff to ensure income is appropriately processed and invoices are issued as required;
• Process and maintain records related to OFL income, including affiliate and per capita remittances, as applicable;
• Manage banking transactions and ensure the accurate recording of financial activity;
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and reconcile financial statements and balance sheet accounts;
• Prepare and record journal entries and maintain appropriate supporting documentation;
• Maintain schedules relating to prepaid expenses, fixed assets and other financial accounts as required;
• Support the OFL’s payroll processes, including payroll administration, source deductions, statutory remittances, pension deductions and payroll reporting;
• Support year-end payroll reporting and reconciliations, including required government and statutory reporting;
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes;
• Support the annual audit, including preparing schedules, records and documentation and working with the auditors to respond to information requirements;
• Support preparation of the OFL’s annual operating budget and Convention budget;
• Prepare and provide financial data required for monthly, quarterly and other financial reporting;
• Support budget-to-actual reporting and identify significant discrepancies or items…