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| Position Type: | Contract |
| Location: | London, ON |
| Date Posted: | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Experience: | 2 Years |
| Education: | College Diploma (2 years) |
Job Description
To learn more about working at United Way, check out our website http://unitedwayem.ca/about-us/careers/
Position Description
We are seeking an Accounting Coordinator to cover a maternity leave that may be extended. The individual in this position will be responsible for general day-to-day and month-end accounting duties, support year-end accounting processes and Campaign-related activities, and provide occasional back-up support to office administration and operational functions.
Primary Responsibilities
Accounting duties
Campaign and donor relations
General and administrative duties
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter and resume by Monday, February 8, 4:30 p.m., to Lisa Simmons, Executive Assistant and Human Resources Officer:
United Way Elgin Middlesex
409 King St, London, ON N6B 1S5
Email: lsimmons@unitedwayem.ca
If selected, interviews will be flexible and make the most use of virtual options available.
United Way Elgin Middlesex is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested individuals. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities in our recruitment processes. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.
We appreciate all applicants’ interest but are only able to contact those candidates who will be invited to the interview process. All applications will be held in confidence.
Position Description
We are seeking an Accounting Coordinator to cover a maternity leave that may be extended. The individual in this position will be responsible for general day-to-day and month-end accounting duties, support year-end accounting processes and Campaign-related activities, and provide occasional back-up support to office administration and operational functions.
Primary Responsibilities
Accounting duties
- Maintain accounts payable records by processing invoices, expense reports etc.; ensuring payments have correct documentation, appropriate authorization and General Ledger account assignment prior to payment release via cheque or electronic fund transfer
- Assist the Chief Operating Officer with month and year-end journals, bank reconciliations and other cycle-end processes
- Maintain records related to accounts payable and payroll
- Prepare bank deposits, reconcile to accounting records, and deposit at the bank or via remote deposit capture
- Verify accuracy of transactions in the General Ledger
Campaign and donor relations
- Assist workplaces on acquiring lottery licences; manage the online lottery platform schedule
- Work with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario to ensure provincial standards are maintained and licenses are received in a timely manner
- Assist with the recording of donations, pledges, payments and receipting
- Assist with donor inquiries and other donor care related tasks
- Prepare envelopes for entry, create donor accounts, record revenue and designations
- Create or assist in the creation of custom reports
- Support staff training efforts related to entering and accessing information from donor database and accounting system
General and administrative duties
- Process incoming mail
- Provide support to the Chief Operating Officer
- Act as back up IT technical support
- Support other accounting and finance functions during absences
- Perform other duties as needed to ensure the safe and effective operations of the organization
- Relevant community college diploma or equivalent experience in accounting
- 1-3 years of relevant, hands-on accounting experience with an emphasis on accounts payable
- Experience working with digital banking and payment processing platforms
- Experience working with accounting software
- Experience with lottery licenses an asset
- Advance-level Excel skill required; Proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook
- Experience working with CRM databases an asset
- Ability to manage heavy workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while producing accurate, high-quality work and maintaining professionalism
- Experience handling highly confidential and sensitive materials and issues
- Solid verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge and experience in fundraising and non-profit sector an asset
- Pro-active team player able to work collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders
- Ability to flex work schedule to attend meetings and special events, which occur before or after regular office hours
- Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a motor vehicle with a minimum of $1,000,000 insurance coverage preferred
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their cover letter and resume by Monday, February 8, 4:30 p.m., to Lisa Simmons, Executive Assistant and Human Resources Officer:
United Way Elgin Middlesex
409 King St, London, ON N6B 1S5
Email: lsimmons@unitedwayem.ca
If selected, interviews will be flexible and make the most use of virtual options available.
United Way Elgin Middlesex is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested individuals. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities in our recruitment processes. If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.
We appreciate all applicants’ interest but are only able to contact those candidates who will be invited to the interview process. All applications will be held in confidence.
