Bookkeeping

About the Organization
Our Client is a nonprofit organization dedicated tosupporting Aboriginal Candidates, through its programs, services,and initiatives. We are seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and experienced Finance Supervisor to
oversee day-to-day financial operations, maintain accurate financial records, and support sound
financial management and accountability.

The successful candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, hands-on experience with
QuickBooks Online, and an understanding of nonprofit financial management, including grant
tracking, budget monitoring, and financial reporting.

Position Summary
The Finance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the organization's accounting and
bookkeeping functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, maintaining effective
internal controls, and supporting the annual budgeting and audit processes. This role works closely
with management and program staff to ensure financial resources are managed responsibly and in
accordance with organizational policies, funding agreements, and applicable accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management and Accounting

- Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger maintenance, and bank reconciliations.
- Manage and maintain the organization's financial records using QuickBooks Online.
- Review journal entries, account reconciliations, expense coding, and supporting documentation for accuracy.
- Monitor cash flow, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and outstanding balances.




- Ensure proper allocation of expenses across programs, departments, and funding sources.
- Maintain accurate records of donations, grants, restricted funds, and other revenue sources.

Financial Reporting and Budgeting

- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
- Assist with the development and monitoring of annual operating budgets.
- Analyze budget-to-actual results and investigate significant variances.
- Provide timely financial information to the Executive Director and management team.
- Support financial forecasting, cash-flow planning, and resource allocation.

Nonprofit Grant and Fund Accounting

- Track grant revenues, expenditures, funding restrictions, and reporting deadlines.
- Ensure expenses are allocated appropriately to grants and funding agreements.
- Prepare financial reports for funders, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Maintain supporting documentation for grants, donations, and restricted funding.
- Help ensure compliance with funding agreements and applicable nonprofit reporting requirements.

Internal Controls and Compliance

- Establish and maintain appropriate financial controls, procedures, and documentation.




- Ensure compliance with organizational financial policies and applicable accounting and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate the preparation of year-end working papers and supporting schedules.
- Liaise with external accountants and auditors during annual financial reviews or audits.
- Maintain organized financial records and ensure the confidentiality of financial information.

Team Supervision and Administration

- Supervise, coordinate, or review the work of bookkeeping and finance support staff, as applicable.
- Develop and maintain finance procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Provide financial guidance to program managers and administrative staff.
- Support process improvements, financial system maintenance, and reporting efficiencies.

Qualifications and Experience

- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3–5 years of progressive accounting or financial management experience; supervisory experience is an asset.
- Strong, hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online is required.
- Experience working in a nonprofit, charitable organization, or grant-funded setting is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of fund accounting, restricted funding, grant reporting, and nonprofit financial reporting.
- Experience preparing financial statements, budgets, bank reconciliations, and year-end working papers.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.
- Familiarity with applicable accounting standards and nonprofit financial reporting requirements.

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🏢 Spirit Employment & Training Edmonton
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