Accounting Clerk - Kelowna, Canada - Kelowna Women's Shelter

Kelowna Women's Shelter

Verified Company

Kelowna, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

The Central Okanagan Emergency Shelter Society (COESS), operating as Kelowna Women's Shelter (KWS), provides a range of services, with a focus on the prevention of domestic abuse and support services for women and children, during and following an abuse crisis.

Currently, our non-profit organization is growing, and we are seeking an innovative, enthusiastic, Accounting Clerk (Casual) to grow with us

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this position will be responsible for:

Full Cycle Accounts Payable

Checks source documents for accuracy and completeness.
Data entry from source documents into computerized accounting systems and/or spreadsheets.
Ensures goods or services were received, and managers have approved for payment.
Prepares package to get approval for payments from signing officers.
Records payments to staff and vendors and forwards remittance information.
Files source documents; maintains the filing system (paper and electronic) in accordance with established guidelines.
Scans, files, enters, and processes other payments.

Full Cycle Accounts Receivable

Prepares invoices in financial software and sends to customers for payments.
Processes donations and other receipts, enters and deposits cash receipts.
Codes and enters receipts into accounting software, maintains records.

General Accounting Duties

Prints predefined reports from computerized accounting systems or spreadsheets.
Processes petty cash transactions.
Prepares WCB, PST and GST returns.
Reconciliation of bank account.
Prepares, records and distributes Thrift Store vouchers.
Assists with reconciling balance sheet accounts.
Assists with preparation of budget and financial statements.
Performs other related office and accounting duties as required.

Qualifications

Completion of grade 12; postsecondary course work in accounting required; an accounting certificate preferred.
Minimum of oneyear recent experience in related field.

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of relevant computer software programs such as Sage, Payworks and eTapestry preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, organizational, time management and multitasking abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an aptitude for dealing effectively with people at all organizational levels.
Ability to actively support a healthy organizational culture, teamwork, and collaboration.

This is a casual role and offers a competitive salary. This role is performed onsite.

We thank all those who express interest in this opportunity, however, only those short-listed will be contacted.