Accounting Clerk, Summer Student

WHO WE AREThrough the vision to eliminate poverty in our community and guided by a passionate concern for the dignity and well-being of each individual, Bissell Centre’s work is based on building relationships, hope and trust. Our mission is to work with others to empower people to move from poverty to cultural, social, and economic prosperity. We empower people to meet their own basic daily needs, participate in community and have sustainable livelihoods, secure housing, feel hope for the future and make plans for a prosperous life.

By joining Bissell Centre, you will become part of a fast-paced and dedicated team that works together to realize our vision. Are you looking to make an impact in your community? Do you have endless optimism, ready to move and create change in the community? Through the vision to eliminate poverty in our community and guided by a passionate concern for the dignity and well-being of each individual, Bissell Centre’s work is based on building relationships, hope and trust.

Our community comes from all walks of life and so do we. Through our programs we work to empower people from meeting their own basic daily needs to having sustainable livelihoods, secure housing, and feeling hope for the future and make plans for a prosperous life. By joining Bissell Centre, you will become part of a fast-paced and dedicated team that works together to realize our vision.
Currently, Bissell Centre is looking for an individual wanting to join the Finance team. Are you ready to be our Accounting Clerk Student and make an impact in our community?
About the Job
The student will assist with maintaining accurate financial records while developing practical workplace skills, professionalism, and an understanding of finance operations within a mission-driven organization. This position is an 8-week contract funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. In accordance with program requirements, applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment. Candidates must also be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Key Responsibilities
Accounting and Financial Support Assist with processing purchase invoices and payment requests in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
Assist with vendor setup and maintenance under the direction of the Finance team.
Provide administrative support for accounts receivable activities, including filing and record maintenance.
Create reconciliations for accounts and programs.
Complete bank reconciliations to support month end processing.
Respond to basic internal and external inquiries in a professional and courteous manner, escalating issues as needed.
Maintain organized electronic and paper files in compliance with confidentiality requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the Finance team. Process Improvement and Documentation Assist with reviewing and updating financial policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and consistency.
Support process improvement initiatives, including documentation, automation, and efficiency projects. Qualifications Post-secondary courses in Accounting, Finance, Business or other relevant field.
Previous work or volunteer experience in similar and/or relevant position is considered an asset.
Familiarity with issues of poverty and Edmonton’s urban core and knowledge of relevant community and government resources is considered an asset. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Software Usage Proficiency:
Intermediate Microsoft Office capability, specifically Excel and Outlook.
Professionalism:
Ability to act professionally and adhere to a strict policy of confidentiality.
Entrepreneurial and Self-motivated:
Capable of demonstrating independence and entrepreneurialism.
Communication

Skills:

An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
Service and Results Oriented:
Is focused on delivering high quality results both in accounting work and camp customer service.
Analytical and Decision-Making

Skills:

Conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability…