Accounting Coordinator

Overview

Key Duties and Responsibilities
Accounting and Bookkeeping functions

• Perform the day- to-day processing of all bookkeeping transactions
• Accounts Payable: review and verify all invoices, obtain approvals and backup, prepare payments on a weekly basis.
• Prepare deposit batches, record appropriate transaction, reconcile deposits from multiple sources.
• Prepare grant disbursement payments in accordance with financial controls and protocols
• Prepare and post monthly Journal Entries to the General Ledger
• Monitor cash flow and cash management
• Assist in all functions pertaining to year-end closing and annual audit
• Post, report and remit HST rebate
• Deal with routine financial transactions and correspondence. Maintain all financial records in a prescribed manner.

Payroll administration

• Administer payroll, identify and resolve discrepancies
• Post and maintain records for taxable benefits
• Monitor remittances to Receiver-General for source deductions
• Monitor T4 and T4A preparation and distribution
• Prepare WSIB and other provincial Work and Safety reports and remittances

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or diploma in business or administration and certification in bookkeeping or financial management
• 3 years accounting or bookkeeping experience including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and general ledger in a similar nonprofit organization
• Solid understanding of fund accounting
• Paid or volunteer experience with a women’s organization is preferred

Skills

• Demonstrated working knowledge of QuickBooks, Excel and payroll systems- ADP is strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and standards for charitable organizations in Canada
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements of processing payroll accounting transactions and payroll returns
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, in English
• Must be able to keep payroll information and employee benefits strictly confidential
• High degree of accuracy and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate within a team environment

Expectations and Conditions
The chosen candidate will be able to start work as soon as possible and would complete a three-month probation period. Hours of work will be between 30-35 hours per week.

Tagged as: Accounting/Finance

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is between $27-$32 per hour. This is a six (6) month contract with the possibility of extension.

Job Location
Depending on the location of the successful candidate, this position could be work from home, hybrid or in office.  Our head office is in Toronto, ON but we are seeking candidates from anywhere in Canada. Some travel within Canada may be required.

 

How to Apply

Apply Today by Submitting:
·       A one-page cover letter outlining why you want to be part of the Canadian Women’s Foundation and briefly summarizing your key skills and relevant experience.

·       A resume that provides an overview of your work, education, and volunteer experience.

The deadline for submission is 11:59 pm EST on July 7, 2024.  Please email the document to humanresources@canadianwomen.org and indicate “Accounting Coordinator” and quote reference number “OP-005” in the subject line.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received; early applications are encouraged.