Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable​/ Collections

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

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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.

• 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

• 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

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