Accounting Assistant

The Inuit Broadcasting Corporation is Nunavut’s public television service, mandated to preserve and promote the Inuit language, culture, and well-being in the Territory.

Under the supervision of the Financial Director, the Accounting Assistant is responsible for the general maintenance of accounting records.

This is a contract Accounting Assistant role for the Inuit Broadcasting Corporation located in downtown Ottawa; with a possibility of extension to a permanent full-time position. The Accounting Assistant will be responsible for daily tasks such as

• Verify all invoices before payment and ensure the timely payment of accounts payable, including preparing cheques for signature and mailout.
• Input invoices into the accounting software, coding expenditures to appropriate accounts and projects;
• Prepare and code invoices to customers and ensure timely collection of unpaid receivables;
• Prepare and code bank deposits promptly;
• Assist IBC staff in other centres;
• Maintain Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable;
• Reconcile Credit Cards and Bank Accounts.
• Ensure contractual guidelines are met before Invoicing or payments are made
• Identify areas of concern and offer improvement suggestions
• Strong data processing and research skills

• Audit Preparation:
  Assist auditors and the Finance Director
• Ensure the safe retention and storage of historical accounting and legal records.

• Bi-weekly, reconcile and enter timesheet data into the online payroll site.
• Calculate statutory pay when required.
• Ensure accuracy in paystubs regarding benefits, pensions, allowances, etc.
• Prepare T4S at calendar year-end.
• Liaise with Dayforce Powerpay as required.
• Keep records of attendance in Bamboo HR

• Familiar with the terms and requirements of funding programs supporting IBC
• Knowledgeable in the critical areas of basic bookkeeping
• An understanding of Nunavut’s social, cultural and political environment
• General knowledge about the stages of production funding and the accounting principles and approaches commonly used in the broadcasting industry;

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational, research and time management skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strictly follow established procedures, guidelines, and company policies
• Strong Data processing and research skills
• Fluency in Inuktitut would be an asset
• Strong knowledge of primary applications in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong Knowledge with Sage 50

• Self-motivated
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural environment
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Meticulous attention to detail
• A strongly proactive, strategic approach to financial management

• Experience in Accounting, Finance, and Bookkeeping
• Proficiency in Sage 50
• Ability to create Financial Statements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in the broadcasting industry is a plus
• Minimum of three years of full-time experience in a financial position.
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Non-profit experience will be a plus.
• Experience in accounting project allocation preferred.

This is an on-site role. We are located in downtown Ottawa; no parking is provided. Working hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; full-time position. Must be legally authorized to work in Canada (no sponsorship provided).

This is a three-month contract with the possibility of extension into a full-time, permanent position.