9505 102 Ave, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7G9 (780) 532-2905 info@grandespirit.org
Tuesday, 16 July 2024 15:24

AP/AR Accounting Technician (3-Month Contract)

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Grande Spirit Foundation is looking for a well-balanced AP/AR expert to demonstrate their skills to our Finance and Accounting team, where everybody counts!

  1. Do you love being Compliant?
  2. Ohhh…are spreadsheets your life?
  3. Can an accounting department save the world through peace, goodwill and reconciliations?

If you answered all these questions with a YES, this contract was made for you!

This essential full-time position reports to the Finance Controller. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing accounts payable, rent receivable, entries to the general ledger, monthly reconciliation of client accounts, and general support in the administrative office. The successful candidate will be able to prioritize and manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines with exceptional detail. Please note that this position requires excellent communication skills and will maintain positive relationships between the management team, employees, and residents.

Responsibilities:

  • Process weekly accounts payable as approved by authorized managers
  • Handle monthly rental charges and payments, manage the collection of arrears
  • Coordinate and process multiple utility accounts for over twenty-five locations
  • Manage EFT for monthly rent payments and associated documentation
  • Administer general ledger adjustments as approved by the Financial Controller
  • Post accounts receivable and accounts payable
  • Purchase Order database management
  • Prepare monthly account reconciliations for approval
  • Input of different costs to the database, requests and additions/deletions of service
  • Provide backup to Payroll & Benefits as required
  • Ensure operational compliance with all applicable legislation standards and operational procedures
  • Assists in interesting side quests as required

Experience and Qualifications:

  • A minimum of three years' experience in accounting and experience in a non-profit or property management financial background is considered a strong asset.
  • Post-secondary in Business Administration, specializing in Accounting/Payroll
  • A combination of training with experience will be considered in place of formal educational
  • Must have skilled experience in AP/AR
  • Skilled with computer software, Microsoft Office365, and SharePoint
  • Excellent understanding of computerized accounting systems and payroll software
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment with an ability to multi-task, set priorities, and meet deadlines

Incentives:

Grande Spirit Foundation provides:

  • Competitive compensation and Work/Life balance
  • Supportive in Professional Development and ongoing training for all levels of staff
  • The ability to work in a Progressive and Innovative organization
  • This position could be subject to an extension of the contract as necessary

Interested? Then apply to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The Grande Spirit Foundation would like to thank all applicants for their interest in our organization; however, only those selected for the interview will be contacted. The grande Spirit Foundation hires based on merit and is committed to employment equality.

We encourage all qualified persons to appply.

Please note that the successful candidate must pass a Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.