Native Council of Prince Edward Island Finance Assistant/Bookkeeper Contract in Charlottetown, PE

Overview

Native Council of Prince Edward Island

Branch Charlottetown PE CA

Position:
Finance Assistant/Bookkeeper
Location:
Charlottetown, PE

Review all incoming invoices for accuracy. The Finance Assistant (FA) is responsible for processing a high volume of accounts payable transactions for 2…

Job Summary

The Finance Assistant (FA) is responsible for processing a high volume of accounts payable transactions for 2 companies with various departments. The FA is also responsible for the administrative functions of the finance office.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Review all incoming invoices for accuracy.
• Review all employee expense claims for accuracy and for proper authorization.
• Process all incoming invoices and expense claims including correct expense accounts, department codes and recording of HST expense.
• Code and post all pre-authorized payments and bank charges monthly.
• Monitor all utilities accounts, download, code and post in a timely manner.
• Daily filing and photocopying.
• Postal runs and bank deposits as needed.
• Assist Finance Director as needed.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Prepare payroll.
• Issue payments.
• Prepare bank deposits.
• Prepare program financial reports/updates.
• Work with the Finance Director to assist in the annual audit process.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge and practical experience with Sage/ Simply Accounting, and Excel.
• Experience and knowledge of non-profit organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Complete knowledge of bookkeeping functions, including but not limited to invoicing, inventory controls, preparation of payables, and banking deposits.
• Demonstrated financial organizational skills.
• Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively with staff and partners in a professional manner.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, vulnerable sector clear criminal record check clearance.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $16.00 /hour