Accountant

Who We Are

Little Warriors is a national, charitable organization based in Alberta, dedicated to the awareness, prevention, and treatment of child sexual abuse. We also advocate for — and alongside — survivors of child sexual abuse.

The Little Warriors Be Brave Ranch by Ray LaBonte and Family is a specialized, intensive, trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment centre designed to help children who have experienced sexual abuse, as well as their families. The Be Brave Ranch offers a comprehensive one-year program that combines onsite and outpatient components, developed in collaboration with leading academic and clinical experts in child sexual abuse and trauma care.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Part-Time Controller (approximately 3 days / 24 hours per week in the office) to lead our accounting team. Reporting directly to the CEO, this is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and values meaningful, purpose-driven work.

The ideal candidate will be a highly organized and proactive professional who excels at developing efficient systems, processes, and reporting frameworks. They will play a key leadership role in supporting Little Warriors' existing operations

This role is best suited for an adaptable and innovative individual who takes initiative, works collaboratively, and is inspired by Little Warriors' mission to help children and families heal.

Responsibilities

1.) Financial

• Implement financial procedures
• Establish and maintain cash controls
• Establish, maintain and reconcile the general ledger
• Maintain supplier accounts along with Maintenance Lead and/or others
• Maintain purchase order process
• Ensure all financial data is entered into the system
• Ensure security for all credit cards and verify charges
• Ensure transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerized system
• Ensure government remittances are made accurately and within deadlines
• Prepare income statements
• Prepare and report on balance sheets and monthly financial statements
• Prepare and send monthly financials to CEO and external accountant
• Prepare quarterly reports and report on variances
• Assist with annual review by external accountant
• Work with Fund Development Team/Director of Philanthropy and CEO to ensure proper financial processes in place re: receiving and financially acknowledging all donations
• Prepare (along with CEO) annual budget draft and work with Board assigned Financial Committee

2.) Accounts Payable/Account Receivable

• Work with Accounting Team to issue payments (cheque/credit card) for all accounts due
• Accounts receivable calls/emails to follow up on payment
• Ensure all payables and receivables are reconciled in a timely manner

3.) Human Resources

• Work with HR Lead and Accounting Team re: training and preparing training schedules for new employees
• Preparing employment offers and termination documents
• Performance management of Accounting Team (Senior Payroll and Accounts Receivable/Payable)
• Ensure new employees are properly supervised and documented

4.) Payroll

• Work in collaboration with Senior Payroll to prepare payroll in payroll system
• Review payroll reports
• Work in collaboration with Senior Payroll to ensure vacation and time in lieu is processed appropriately

5.) Management

• Respond to customer enquiries
• Ensure subscriptions and memberships are kept up to date
• Keep up to date on software and technologies for the business. Setup and train as required.
• Stay current with company corporate changes and distribute information to relevant parties
• Constant development with coaching and training of team
• Participate actively and provide feedback in Leadership meetings

6.) Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; CPA designation (CA, CMA, CGA, or CPA) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, ideally within a complex or multi-entity organization.
• Proven knowledge of full-cycle accounting and financial management.
• Demonstrated experience in building and optimizing financial systems, processes, and reporting frameworks.
• Proficiency in accounting and financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel, MS Office, SAP, or equivalent).
• Strong analytical and business acumen with the ability to interpret financial data and communicate actionable insights.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and leadership skills, with a track record of meeting deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the mission and values of Little Warriors.

Compensation

A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

This role is in person at the Little Warriors Be Brave Ranch which is East of Sherwood Park.

Please submit your resume and cover letter.

For more information on Little Warriors please check out our website

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $42,894.90-$60,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person