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 cutting-edge 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 environment
- 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
- Strong 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 (Burnaby)
🏢 Neil Squire Society
📍 Burnaby