Core Competencies:
Knowledge and application of Sage 50;
Maintain accounting system;
Advanced MS Excel skills (creating spreadsheets and using financial functions);
Good knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures and principles;
Analyze revenue, expenses, cash flows and balance sheets;
Manage payables, receivables and Payroll;
Ensuring bills are paid in a timely manner;
Work with Executive Director to manage the budget and financial planning process to maximize the organization's revenue;
Oversee Finance Assistant;
Maintains an accurate filing and record keeping system for all financial statements, company documents, and personnel records;
Coordinates the creation and sharing of financial reports periodically and as needed to the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and Funders;
Ensures the organization complies with all applicable financial regulations, tax laws, and funding requirements, including non-profit and charity;
Manages the annual audit process, providing the auditor with all necessary information;
Attend all required meetings (Board meetings, staff meetings, Monday update meetings, etc.)
Performs other related duties as required.
Job Specific Requirements:
A Bachelors degree in business administration, Economics, Commerce or a related field would be considered an asset;
Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent;
1-2 years experience in office administration;
Excellent organizational skills. Strong analytical and leadership skills;
Ability to work under pressure and on tight deadlines;
Robust financial reporting knowledge and skills;
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills; ability to break down complex financial information into simple language;
Adaptive to change;
Excellent attention to detail
Must pass Vulnerable Sector record check.