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

Operations Accountant


Published
June 7, 2021

Location
St. John’s

Job Type
Full-time  

Competition #
21-041

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Finance Department

Salary Range:
$39,205.50 – $58,808.26

Address:
85 Thorburn Road

Posting Expires:
June 18, 2021

Applications Accepted By:

Description

The Operations Accountant is responsible for recording/reviewing accounts payable and receivable transactions, preparing and processing general and recurring journal entries, validating tax allocation, account reconciliations and follow up. Proper judgement and analysis of controls and processes is necessary in order to ensure the integrity and accuracy of expenditure processes. In addition, the incumbent will respond to client/vendor enquires and provide support to Senior Accountants as required. Where applicable, identify and recommend process improvement and document processes within their area of responsibility.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides accounts payable and accounts receivable as follows:

 

  • Review/code accounts payable transactions based on invoices and other approved documents presented in workflow or by Salvation Army units and distribute expenses to the general ledger.
  • Verify transaction account coding and ensure tax rebates are coded appropriately.
  • Ensure invoices are appropriately established as accruals or pre-paids in line with accepted policy.
  • Monitors accounts payable to ensure that payment discounts are taken and liabilities are discharged as they become due.
  • Ensure cheques and other instruments are promptly mailed or forwarded to individuals who requested them.   Ensure all undistributed items are held in the vault for safekeeping.
  • Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries
  • Reviews and reconciles daily transaction registers to incoming cash reports and deposit slips as required.
  • Generate required revenue invoicing on behalf of clients. Issue monthly statements regarding AR account balances.
  • Record donations received via internet donations and other revenue collection processes. Complete required reconciliations to ensure accuracy of the processes.
  • Prepare various general ledger account reconciliations as required to ensure the accuracy of accounts. Take appropriate action to follow up with clients/depts to ensure reconciling items are actioned appropriately.
  • Prepare journal entries to record various transactions from source documents and to record transactions
  • Initiate all transactions by due date
  • Ensure transactions are reflected in the proper accounting period
  • Prepares required annual audit schedules in accordance with the requirements of the external audits
  • Reports to the Senior Accountant any deviations from established S.A. expenditure policy, and other AP and AR related errors.

Manages partnership with ministry units and external clients:

  • Communicates and follows up with clients concerning outstanding issues related to accounting operations
  • Understand Salvation Army policies including budget guidelines to ensure disbursements and expenditure claims are appropriate, accurate, appropriately approved, and supported by adequate supporting documentation.
  • Follow up with clients concerning outstanding deposits or incomplete accounts payable transactions.
  • 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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Certifications:

  • Completion of university degree in accounting

Experience:

  • Two (2) years of experience in an accounting/finance environment

Required Skills/Knowledge:

  • The performance of the job requires significant analysis, judgement and concentration in the completion of complex reconciliations and preparation of complex journal entries

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

  • Organization
  • Time Management
  • Independence
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Adaptability
  • Creativity

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