Accountant (Temporary)
Employer: Neil Squire Society

Location: Burnaby, BC (On site)

Contract Type: Full time

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, approximately 15 months

Salary: $55,000 to $62,000 per year

Start date: as soon as possible

Vacancies: 1

Source: indeed.com #10233870293

Neil Squire Society is a Canadian national not-for-profit organization that uses technology, knowledge and passion to empower Canadians with disabilities. Through our employment programs, assistive technology services, research and development, and other innovative programs and services, we work to help people with disabilities achieve greater independence and inclusion.

Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare monthly billings, claims and financial reports for provincial and federal programs

Monitor program disbursements, including wage subsidies, for provincial and federal programs

Accounts Receivable (A/R):

Prepare and process invoices and client statements

Perform reconciliations and follow up on outstanding receivables

Reconcile and resolve billing issues with clients

Prepare and submit monthly claims to provincial government funders

Accounts Payable (A/P):

Process accounts payable transactions and provide support to the A/P Clerk

Review payment and reimbursement documentation for accuracy and completeness

Liaise with departments across the organization, as well as vendors, customers and government funders

Liaise with auditors and assist with internal and external audits

Maintain systems to track expenditures for provincial and federal multi-year contracts and provide senior management with regular updates on financial progress

Assist with full-cycle accounting and financial reporting

Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures

Prepare monthly general ledger and sub-ledger reconciliations

Identify and resolve accounting and internal control issues and assist with implementing improvements





Recommend opportunities to streamline accounting processes and procedures

Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures

Maintain confidentiality of organizational and client information

Perform filing and other general administrative duties as required

Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned

Occasional overtime may be required

Experience, Education and Other Requirements

Diploma or degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum 2?3 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a not-for-profit or government-funded setting

Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a similar accounting/ERP system; Business Central experience is preferred

Previous experience working with provincial government programs and the Integrated Case Management (ICM) system is an asset

Knowledge of Canadian accounting standards, including Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASNPO)

Knowledge of not-for-profit financial administration, including budgeting, financial reporting and government-funded programs

Strong administrative, computer and technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate financial and program information effectively

Solid organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills

Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to work effectively in a changing environment

Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable privacy requirements and organizational policies

A criminal record check must be completed prior to commencing employment and may be required periodically thereafter

Preference given to

A degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognize

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📌 accountant (British Columbia)
🏢 Neil Squire Society
📍 British Columbia