Accounting Administrator - Hamilton, Canada - Good Shepherd Centres

Good Shepherd Centres

Verified Company

Hamilton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Accounting Administrator

If you are looking for a career working with amazing people while helping your community thrive, then this opportunity is for you and we want to hear from you.

We urge individuals that have retired, semi-retired, are returning to the workforce, those that are new to Canada, and recent graduates to also apply.

At Good Shepherd, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, equal and authentic workplace.

About Good Shepherd

The work of Good Shepherd is based on a fundamental belief in providing hope and restoring dignity to the most vulnerable members of our community.

Our services include emergency food and clothing; daily hot meals; emergency shelters for men, youth, families, women and children; transitional housing and education for homeless and street-involved youth; hospice palliative care; community mental health programs; and supportive housing programs.

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd Non-Profit Homes - Administration - Finance Department.

Why Work with Good Shepherd?

Be a part of a caring
TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY:
POSITIVE and
ENCOURAGING atmosphere
Dental Care
Disability Insurance

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EMPLOYEE AND FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

Extended Health Care
Life Insurance
Sick Leave
RRSP match
Out of Country Travel Insurance
Vision Care
Wellness Program
Make a difference and provide
HOPE:
3 weeks' vacation (after mandatory completion of waiting period)

Reporting to the Manager of Finance, the Accounting Administrator demonstrates responsibility and enhances the dignity and quality of life of our clients, visitors and staff by being accountable for accounting, administrative and clerical functions, in accordance with Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations in compliance with internal and external audit requirements.

Maintain confidential records in secure files and communicate with internal and external stakeholders as necessary
Ensure compliance with legislated regulations, funder accountability requirements, agency guidelines and policies, and Finance Department controls
Manage and report to the CFO or delegate and Insurer insurance claim incident reports
Process requests for, submit and distribute, Certificates of Insurance
Administer corporate credit card accounts and input limits approved by CFO or delegate
Process and/or assist in the processing of financial residential housing functions including as needed including but not limited to;
Record rent deposits in General Ledger (GL)
Reconcile rents in General Ledger (GL) & housing software
Maintain last month rent (LMR) tracking file, calculate and enter in accounting software monthly interest on same
Run month end processes
Reconciliation of rent revenue and tenant receivable balances
Prepare landlord rental payment cheques/EFT payments and distribute rent cheques
Print management reports such as vacancy losses, tenant account balances, arrears, etc.
Assist in the preparation of working papers for any audit
Enter in GL and Housing software approved account balance bad debt writeoffs

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years postsecondary education in accounting and 2+ years of progressive experience in financial disciplines
Demonstrated ability to adapt in a fast paced and changing work environment
Respectful and compassionate demeanor
Excellent verbal and writtencommunication, interpersonal and organizationalskills
Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills, experience with accounting software
Valid Class G drivers license
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Committed to antiracist/antioppressive practice and to the mission and values of Good Shepherd Non-Profit Homes
Fluency in a language in addition to English is an asset

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Hours of work: Monday-Friday Days 40 hour work week

Don't Meet Every Requirement?

How Can I Apply?

Our Values
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Hospitality_, as inspired by St. John of God is at the heart of Good Shepherd's mission. This means that we welcome all people with compassion, acceptance and a spirit of generosity; creating opportunities for transformation.

Hospitality embodies our
Values of:
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Responsibility:

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Availability:

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Adaptability:

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Quality:

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Dignity

Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an antiracist and antioppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve._
Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview._

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: