MARDA LOOP COMMUNITIES ASSOCIATION

Senior Bookkeeper (Contract Position)

Position Title: Senior Bookkeeper

Reports To: General Manager

Employment Status: Contract Position

Hours: 40–60 hours per month

Location: MLCA Community Hall, Calgary, AB

Start Date: Mid-October 2026

Compensation: $35.00-$45.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications

Position Summary The Marda Loop Communities Association (MLCA) is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Bookkeeper to oversee the day-to-day financial administration of the Association. The successful candidate will be responsible for full-cycle accounting, payroll administration, financial reporting, grant accounting, audit support, and regulatory compliance. This position requires a highly organized professional with a minimum of 10 years of bookkeeping experience and strong Excel skills.

Experience working within a not-for-profit organization is considered a solid asset. This is a contract position with an expected commitment of 40 - 60 hours per month.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage full-cycle accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.
- Prepare and post accruals, deferrals, and month-end journal entries.
- Maintain departmental accounting records and cost allocations.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and the Board.
- Process payroll and maintain payroll records through Ceridian Dayforce.
- Administer employee benefits programs and related reconciliations.
- Annual tax reporting
- Manage WCB reporting, remittances, and compliance requirements.
- Complete account reconciliations including bank accounts, credit cards, prepaid expenses, deferred revenue, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Prepare and submit AGLC reporting and related reconciliations.
- Track, record, and report on grant funding and grant expenditures.
- Support annual and periodic third-party audits and provide required documentation.




- Monitor cash flow and assist with budget preparation and forecasting.
- Maintain financial records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and applicable legislation.
- Provide recommendations for process improvements and internal controls.
- Transition Records and data to on-line and cloud-based systems where appropriate

Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum 10 years of progressive bookkeeping or accounting experience.
- Post-secondary education in accounting, bookkeeping, or related discipline preferred.
- Experience in a not-for-profit environment is an asset.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills including formulas, pivots, and financial analysis.
- Strong understanding of accrual accounting principles, financial reporting, payroll, and account reconciliation.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Work independently and be flexible to address shifting needs
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently

Software Experience
- Sage 50 Premium Accounting
- CAFT (Customer Automated Funds Transfer)
- Square and Stripe payment platforms
- Microsoft Excel
- Ceridian Dayforce
- Communal

What MLCA Offers An prospect to contribute to a vibrant community organization, work with a collaborative team, and support programs, events, facilities, and services that benefit residents and businesses in the Marda Loop area. This is a contract position with compensation ranging from $35.00 - $45.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications. The anticipated workload is 40 to 60 hours per month. As a contract role, participation in employee benefit plans is not included.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to [email protected] outlining their qualifications and relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed as received and may remain open until the position is filled.

Pay: $35.00-$45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 15.0 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB T2T 4G7

📌 Senior Bookkeeper (Calgary)
🏢 Marda Loop Communities Association
📍 Calgary