Job description

Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society is a non-profit organization which provides unique programs and services to Edmonton’s urban Aboriginal population. Our Society was incorporated in Alberta in 1994 assisting Aboriginal children/youth and families in the Greater Edmonton Region.

Responsibilities

•  Assist and Support the organization’s Accountant.
• Process daily and monthly reports.
• Post journal entries.
• Set up new vendor’s accounts, code, and process accounts payable, and issue payments.
• Process direct payment authorizations and reconcile accounts.
• Reconciliation of bank statements and vouchers.
• Analyze and reconcile vendor month-end statements.
• Assist in monthly and annual year-end financial working papers.
• Bank deposits.
• Order office supplies.
• Filing, photocopying documents.
• Other duties as may be required.

Qualification Requirements

• Diploma in Accounting or Business administration.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in an accounting environment using Simply Accounting.
• Experience working in a non-profit organization is an asset
• Proven ability to handle multiple priorities and ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and data entry and reporting
• Must be self-motivated and able to function in a team environment
• Meticulous attention to detail;
• Ability to interact effectively, and in a professional, tactful manner with stakeholders, employees and senior management
• Able to work in a fast paced environment, must be able to multi-task and comfortable working in teams
• Strong computer and database application skills and proficiency with spreadsheets
• Must provide a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector and Intervention Record Check

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Paid sick and wellness days after 3 months’ probation (pro-rated)
• Extended Health Benefit (50/50 cost sharing) after 6 months’ employment.
• Working approximately 34.5 hours per week

Start Date

This position is a temporary position and will be open until suitable candidate is found

How to Apply

You can send your cover letter and resume to hr@bentarrow.ca