Accounting Clerk

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<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p>Salary: 55,000 - 58,000<br /><p>Accounting Clerk</p><p></p><p>WHO WE ARE</p><p>Up With Women / Exponentielles UWW/EXP is a national charity dedicated to helping women and gender diverse individuals experiencing low income build a sustainable pathway out of poverty and realize their full potential. Currently serving in 5 provinces (British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia) and growing, UWW/EXP is committed to serving our clients in the official language of their choice, anywhere within our service areas.</p><p><br /></p><p>WHAT WE CAN OFFER</p><p>We area team of passionate, innovative professionals, many with lived experience of the intersecting issues of poverty. We are flexible, pro-parent, pro-mental health, and pro-human. Together, we take pride in cultivating a thriving and enjoyable workplace that values diversity, equity, and <span >inclusion.Clickhereto</span> hear directly from our employees about what it`s like to work with us.</p><p><br /></p><p>Benefits: Health Plan (Paramedical and Dental), Health Spending Account, group insurance (Life, Dependent Life, AD&D), Peace of Mind plan (i.e. prescription drugs, accidental dental, hospital care, etc.), birthday off, internal psycho-social resources, access to one on one coaching as available, and a positive and innovative office culture grounded in our core values of humanity, integrity, humour and results. </p><p><br /></p><p>Salary: $ 55,000 - 58,000</p><p><br /></p><p>WHO YOU ARE</p><p>Reporting to the Finance Lead, you are self-motivated, detail-oriented and proactive. You have experience in full cycle Accounts payable, Bank reconciliation, Month-end reconciliations, maintaining accurate and up to date records within a nonprofit setting.</p><p></p><p>WHAT YOU WILL DO</p><p><br /></p><ul><li>Manage the full cycle of bookkeeping, including accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger using QuickBooks Online</li><li>Record and pay invoices and expense reports, liaise with vendors and colleagues</li><li>Reconcile and record credit card payments </li><li>Prepare documentation for filing of GST/HST returns to claim rebate</li><li>Assist with month-end closing & reporting, and annual audit process</li><li>Issuing tax receipts for donations received using RE-NXT</li><li>Ensure compliance with nonprofit financial regulations and accounting standards</li><li>As needed, help to develop and maintain financial policies and procedures that promote sound financial management practices and internal controls</li><li>Proactively maintain highly organized filing system, file invoices, reimbursements, insurance information and other financial records</li></ul><p></p><p>Other duties assigned as required.</p><p></p><p>WHAT YOU OFFER</p><p><br /></p><p>Required:</p><ul><li>Proven experience in bookkeeping and accounting of 5 years at a minimum, within a nonprofit organization</li><li>Strong understanding of nonprofit accounting principles, regulations, and compliance requirements</li><li>Proficiency with QuickBooks Online</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial record keeping</li><li>Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>High ethical standards and commitment to maintaining confidentiality</li><li>Commitment to the mission and values of Up With Women </li></ul><p></p><p>Preferred</p><ul><li>English/French bilingualism is preferred but not required </li><li>Familiarity with BambooHR is preferred but not required </li></ul><p></p></p></p>