Accounting Technician-Contractor

The Immigrant Education Society•Calgary, AB

2d•CA$28 - CA$30•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the finance and administration team performs reconciliations, reporting, and complex Journal Entries, and assists Sr. Controller with Cash Management, the individual in this role is responsible for helping with the overall operations of the organization’s financial processes.

Requirements

Diploma / Degree in accounting field.
Minimum 1 years of experience in accounting.
Working knowledge of QuickBooks and Microsoft Office, including Excel; familiarity with Accounting Standards for Non‑Profit and Private Enterprises is a must
Detail‑oriented professional with strong analytical, problem‑solving, time management, and organizational skills
Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team‑focused approach
Self‑motivated individual who demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and accuracy in delivering high‑quality work
Upholds strong work ethics, accountability, confidentiality, and safety standards
Able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, accept feedback, and perform effectively under pressure in a team‑based environment
The successful candidate must complete a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and a Child Intervention Record Check.

Responsibilities

Post and track deposits in accounting system, and resolve issues
Bank Reconciliations if requested
Vendor and Credit Card Reconciliations if requested
Tracking donations, issuing donation receipts
Responsible for some payment runs related duties
Responsible for mailing out cheques or emailing EFT remittances to vendors.
Support Finance team when there are absences
Maintain an effective filling system including funder/program files and general files
General administrative duties for Finance
The Accounting Technician may be asked to perform other duties as required or assigned.