General Accountant - Administration - Internal Applicants Only

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING AND ONLY INTERNAL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED

STARLING COMMUNITY SERVICES IS DEDICATED TO SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES WHERE EVERYONE EXPERIENCES MENTAL WELLNESS, OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMPLOYMENT, A PLACE TO CALL HOME, AND A SENSE OF BELONGING.

To better serve the diversity of our community, the agency is committed to embedding anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices, and perspectives into the fabric of our organization. We have implemented mandatory antiracism training, we are actively building safe spaces to host brave conversations for learning, and we are fostering a culture of belonging for all, but especially BIPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+, historically and presently marginalized individuals and communities.

There is one Full-Time contract General Accountant position available starting on September 23, 2024, and ending on October 10, 2025. working 37.5 hours per week.

Your Role:

This position is responsible for the timely processing of financial information and completion of account reconciliations including bank deposits, processing of accounts payable invoices, and assistance with regular financial reporting.

Tasks:

1. Prepares balance sheet account reconciliations on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

2. Prepares, processes and posts journal entries to the General Ledger including journal entries to adjust reconciling items and recurring monthly journal entries.

3. Ensures that accounts payable invoices are properly matched with purchase orders, coded, authorized, and processed on a timely basis through online processing systems. This function includes verifying the adds and extensions on invoices and the existence of applicable commodity taxes.

4. Liaises with suppliers regarding invoices and payment information as needed.

5. Ensures an audit trail exists for all cheques processed including appropriately authorized invoices, registers, and cheque registers.

6. Prepares cash receipts listings for daily deposits.

7. Prepares invoicing for service departments, including client billings and follow-ups on outstanding accounts receivable.

8. Responsible for Program contract maintenance and posting all contracts and payments in database.

9. Assists in the verification and distribution of contracts with appropriate signing authority and responsible for the maintenance of contract files as required.

10. Assists with reporting and budgeting functions on an ongoing basis and communicates results to funders.

11. Assists in the preparation of the audit papers on an ongoing basis and provides year end support to financial analysts.

12. Monitors daily charges and direct deposits to the operating bank accounts. Prepares necessary journal entries to record these transactions supported by appropriate documentation.

13. Updates and processes monthly fees and submit preauthorized payments (PAP) to the bank on the 1st and 15th working day of each month.

14. Maintains monthly rent roll report; calculates processing annual rent changes including issuing letters.

15. Tracks unit deposits for Luther Village on the Park; calculates and issues interest on last month’s rent.

16. Prepares reconciliations of program funding receipts in accordance with program funding parameters to ensure that all entitles revenue is received as required.

17. Processes stipend payments for any training allowances and all associated paperwork including remittances for any source deductions and annual T4A preparation and distribution.

18. Other finance, accounting, control, and duties as assigned.

Your Talents and Experience:

A degree or diploma in bookkeeping or equivalent with three years related experience. Experience and competence in using computer hardware and software (e.g. Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Dynamics GP). Ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents and funders; to take direction; use initiative; be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision. Alignment with the agency’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression. Passion and knowledge for antiracism, anti-oppression, and equity when executing all aspects of the role.

What’s in it for you?

• Rate of Pay: At Starling Community Services all salaries are categorized under a series of "bands" determined during our job evaluation process. When determining rate of pay for external hires, a candidate’s past related experience will be taken into consideration along with where others with similar experience currently fall within the band.

• Note: most new team members will start between the starting salary and the mid-point of the range.

• Job Band E (hourly wages): Min - $22.93, Mid - $24.64, Max - $27.55

• A positive work culture, inclusive workplace policies, and employee wellness initiatives.

• Eligible to join the HOOPP defined pension plan on a voluntary basis.

• 3 Weeks paid vacation (pro-rated to start date and hours for position; accumulated bi-weekly) + 15 hours of personal time per year.

• Paid sick time (pro-rated to start date and hours for position; accumulated monthly) to a maximum of 300 hours.

• 11 paid holiday benefits per year plus a floater day.

• Access to our Employee and Family Assistant Program (no cost).

• Discounted GRT passes through membership with TravelWise.

• Employee Referral Incentive Program.

• Agency Orientation and Training modules.

• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities.

• Responsive Leadership Training Program (leadership positions only).

• Staff appreciation events.

If you are community-focused and share our values and antiracism commitment, we want you to grow with us. Please submit your application through BambooHR, in confidence, no later than 4 pm on September 03, 2024.

This is an internal posting.

The agency requires all employees to obtain a Police Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment. We require certain positions to obtain a Medical Certification.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If you don't have every single requirement and the exact level of experience listed in our description, but the skills and experience needed for the role still resonate with you, please consider applying.

If you require any support with submitting your application, or through the interview process, please contact the Human Resources department at hr@lutherwood.ca or by calling 519-707-1958 ext. 1247.