Finance Clerk

**Position Title**:Temporary**Finance Clerk

**Hours of work**: Part-Time 14 hrs per week

**End of Term**:6 months January - June

**This position requires UNION MEMBERSHIP**

The Finance Clerk performs a variety of clerical duties in support of the organization’s accounting function. Checks source documents, enters data into computerized accounting systems and maintains a variety of records.

**This is a temporary position for up to 6 months.**

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Codes source documents such as invoices and receipts to the appropriate accounts.
- Maintains and updates accounting records by performing duties such as recording and posting transactions in journals and the general ledger for accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
- Prepares and issues invoices and follows up on late accounts in accordance with established procedures. Pays approved invoices.
- Maintains bank account records; reconciles bank accounts.
- Prepares bank deposits.
- Prepares various accounting summaries and reports. Compiles, maintains and produces statistics and reports.
- Responds to inquiries and requests regarding accounts payable. Follows up to resolve errors and discrepancies in accordance with established procedures.
- Assists the accountant or financial manager in the preparation for audit and the production of financial statements, budgets and other financial reports by performing such duties as providing related documentation, preparing various accounting summaries and reports, and compiling statistics.
- Performs other related duties as required.

**Qualifications**:_Education and Knowledge _
- A Grade 12 diploma, with post-secondary training in a relevant field
- A minimum of 1 year of related experience
- Excellent computer skills in MS Office and its suite of products
- QuickBooks experience an asset
- Non-profit finance experience an asset
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

SARA promotes the principles of anti-oppression, diversity and inclusion. We strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals from First Nations, diverse ethno cultural origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations are encouraged to apply.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: From $25.95 per hour

Expected hours: 14 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person