Position Title: Finance Assistant

Location: Halifax, NS

Type: Part-time (21 hours/ week) until March 31, 2027

Reports to: Finance and Administration Manager

Salary: Starting salary of $29000/annually, plus a comprehensive perks package

Start date: As soon as possible, until March 31, 2027 (with possibility of extension)

Working conditions: ARAISA staff work in a hybrid environment which, for this position, includes a minimum of 2 days per week in the ARAISA office.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Atlantic Region Association of Immigrant Serving Agencies (ARAISA) is looking for a Finance Assistant to join its growing team.

The Finance Assistant will report to the Finance and Administration Manager and support smooth day-to-day financial operations, including invoice and payment processing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, posting banking transactions, procurement support, and other financial tasks as needed.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

ARAISA is a non-profit umbrella association which serves as a collective voice and forum for its member organizations who are committed to the settlement and integration of immigrants and refugees in the Atlantic Region. ARAISA works to increase the effectiveness of its members through its initiatives to support the sector and its contributions to regional and national forums. ARAISA provides professional development and networking opportunities, facilitates information and resource exchange, hosts sector-specific working groups, convenes meetings with key stakeholders, and represents its members through national bodies, with the goal of having a positive impact on settlement and integration policies and practices.

WHY ARAISA

- Collaborative Culture: ARAISA is not just an organization; it's a community of passionate individuals committed to transforming lives. Join a collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued, and teamwork thrives.
- Inclusive Work Environment: ARAISA is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are proud to be a Rainbow Registered organization. Your unique background and perspectives are not only welcome but celebrated. Join a workplace that recognizes and values the richness of diverse experiences.
- Professional Development: ARAISA believes in nurturing talent. As a team member, you'll have access to professional development opportunities, ensuring your skills stay sharp and you continue to grow in your career.
- Impactful Initiatives: ARAISA is at the forefront of initiatives that make a real difference in the immigrant settlement sector.



Be part of projects that contribute to positive changes.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive benefits package and health plan that prioritizes your well-being.
- Financial Security: Benefit from employer-matched RRSP contributions (up to 5% of salary) after one year, ensuring a secure financial future.
- Time for You: Take advantage of paid vacation days, plus additional paid holidays/time off annually.
- Wellness Support: Experience a flexible and accommodating work environment that promotes wellness and fosters a healthy work-life balance.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

- Prepare, coordinate, and process a variety of requisitions and batch payment files accurately and in a timely manner.
- Collect, review, and organize supporting documentation, including invoices, receipts, ACH and vendor credit information, and other relevant records, to support requisitions, reimbursements, and claims in compliance with established financial policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records in both electronic files and accounting software, ensuring vendor information is complete, properly documented, and readily accessible for payment processing and reporting purposes.
- Maintain clear, user-friendly financial templates and forms to support consistent data entry, accurate reporting, and efficient financial administration across programs and operational activities.
- Post Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank, and credit card transactions in the accounting software, ensuring entries are accurate, properly categorized, and supported by appropriate documentation.
- Respond to questions from program teams regarding monthly reporting on actual program financial results.
- Generate routine financial reports from the accounting software for review by the Finance and Administration Manager, supporting monitoring, reconciliation, and timely follow-up on outstanding items.
- Assist in the filing, organization and retrieval of financial records and supporting documentation, and provide administrative support during internal reviews, reconciliations, audits or other compliance-related activities as required

The Finance Assistant is also responsible for:





- Contributing to a positive team environment where equity, diversity, inclusion, trust, learning and well-being are valued.
- Providing support to ARAISA’s programs and operations as required.
- Representing ARAISA at events or external meetings, when requested.
- Other duties, as necessary.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

- Post-secondary study in a relevant field(s) such as Accounting or Finance
- Minimum 1 year of experience in bookkeeping and proficiency with accounting software (e.g. Sage 50, QuickBooks, etc.)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English required; French is an asset
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Excellent skills in Excel and advanced computer proficiency in Word, Outlook, MS Teams, SharePoint, and Zoom
- Strong time management skills, including efficiently prioritizing and managing multiple tasks.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and cooperatively with a high degree of initiative and responsibility
- Must be legally able to work in Canada (work permits must be valid for at least 12 months)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please apply online through the Indeed application process by submitting your cover letter and resume in English, merged into one (1) document. Please ensure that you demonstrate in your cover letter how you meet the above qualifications.

We appreciate the time and effort of all applicants in expressing their interest in the position. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

September 27, 2026, at 11:59 pm

ARAISA is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognize that our strength lies in our diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals who represent the full diversity of communities in Canada, including the intersectionality of gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, religious belief, national origin, age, sexual orientation, education, ability, language, and socio-economic status.

Pay: $29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Halifax, NS B3L 4P1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Have Post-secondary study in a relevant field(s) such as Accounting or Finance

Experience:

- Bookkeeping: 1 year (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Halifax, NS B3L 4P1

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