The Salvation Army B.C. Boundless Vancouver Community Ministries Published September 23, 2020 Location Vancouver, Canada Job Type Full-time (Contract) Category British Columbia Salary $18.75/hr Interested applicants must respond in writing to office@boundlessvancouver.ca Closing date October 15, 2020 Street Address 3213 Fraser St Description HOURS: Contract: Oct. 26th, 2020 to Dec. 24, 2020, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Responsibilities Position Purpose Summary: Boundless Vancouver Community Ministries organizes The Salvation Army Boundless Vancouver Christmas Toy Shop for children and families. The Christmas Volunteer & Donation Coordinator works with our Boundless Vancouver team to organize our volunteers and coordinate donations for The Christmas Toy Shop and the Christmas Luncheon. BASIC FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Volunteer Coordination: Works in conjunction with and in support of The Christmas Toy Shop by identifying and promoting volunteer opportunities Recruit, screen, register & orient appropriate volunteers to fill positions Process necessary paperwork, including Criminal Record Checks and volunteer agreement packages Deploy volunteers to positions relevant to their interests and skills Help orientate and supervise volunteers while they are deployed to their positions Keep thorough records of volunteer information and hours of service for statistical purposes Donation Coordination: Work in conjunction with and in support of the Christmas campaigns, identifying the financial and in-kind donation needs for Christmas distribution Solicit financial and in-kind donations and correspond in a timely manner with individuals and corporate donors in the community; organize toy drives with companies and organizations in the community Coordinate drop-off and pick up schedule with donors and driver(s) Help coordinate with divisional Public Relations team for the Toy Mountain event Relay donated items to the appropriate personnel for proper storage and distribution Keep thorough records of donor information and donated items/amounts & maintain a positive relationship with our donors Perform other duties as assigned   Qualifications Education/Certifications: Post-secondary education and work experience in fund-raising, donor relations, public relations Experience: One (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience, including experience working in customer service related fields Required Skills/Knowledge: Excellent organizational skills Superior relationship building skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels in a confident, collaborative and professional manner Proven ability to multitask Be able to work independently; demonstrated self-starter and team player Excellent verbal communication skills in person and on the phone Excellent written communication skills Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Ability to learn new software quickly and teach others Be able to lift up to 30 lbs   PREFERRED SKILLS/capabilities: Valid BC Driver’s License Background check consent A clear vulnerable sector screening A clean drivers’ abstract Completion of online Armatus Abuse Prevention Training and required Health and Safety training

Financial Accountant

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Published
May 5, 2021

Location
St. John’s

Job Type
Full-time  

Competition #
21-027

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Finance Department

Salary Range:
$39,205 – $58, -808

Address:
85 Thorburn Rd

Posting Expires:
May 24, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
[email protected]

Description

The Financial Accountant is responsible for the maintenance, and validity of The Salvation Army’s general ledgers, and associated sub-ledgers. They will prepare and process complex reconciliations and prepare major journal entries (both one-time and recurring in support of these functions. The Financial Accountant will be the prime person responsible for a designated set of ministry unit and client financial statements and be the prime contact for clients in the understanding and resolution of financial statement issues. Where applicable, identify and recommend process improvement and document processes within their area of responsibility.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. General Ledger maintenance and validity and related financial and analytical functions:
  • Complete significant account reconciliations on various general ledger and sub-ledger accounts.
  • Research and/or prepare various analytical and financial reports
  • On a regular basis review unit financial statements for accuracy, and financial health (i.e. Cash flow, fund balances, budgetary performance, etc.)
  • Prepare various accruals as required
  • Initiate bank transfers for both incoming and outgoing funds.
  • Complete daily bank reconciliations.
  • Ensure transactions are supported by authorizations that are obtained, entered and recorded prior to the release of documents.
  • Ensure invoices are appropriately established as accruals or pre-paids in line with accepted policy.
  • Ensure transactions are supported by adequate supporting documentation, in accordance with official policy and properly approved.
  • Initiate all transactions by due date
  • Ensure transactions are reflected in the proper accounting period
  • Assists with year-end processes.
  1. Manage partnership with ministry units and external clients:
  • Act as the designated client contact and follow up with clients concerning outstanding issues related to financial statement and accounting processes
  • Remain fluent with and understand Salvation Army policies to ensure accounting transactions are in line with policy and procedure.
  • Initiate and maintain ongoing communications with clients, treating them with respect and courtesy at all times. Develop an understanding of client requirements, providing detailed solutions and explanations to queries.
  • Complete and discuss budget variance analysis reports with partners.
  • Assist in the budget preparation process on behalf of ministry units and THQ/DHQ departments.
  • Report to the Senior Financial Accountant any concerns regarding the accounting and financial health of ministry units.
  1. Manages deductions and government reporting:
  • Ensure tax rebates are claimed appropriately basis.
  • Complete Charitable Filings with the Canada Revenue Agency including T3010 filings.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Certifications:

  • Bachelor Degree in Finance/ Accounting stream.

Experience:

  • The FA must have at least three years of experience in an accounting/finance environment.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

  • Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
  • High quality Excel spreadsheet skills for handling large volumes of data (function knowledge specific to VLookups and index/match, indirect, trims, left, right, mid, substitute, if statements [with or/and logic])
  • Excellent knowledge of Word
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills are a must.

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