Accounting clerk

1 position to be filled

Mino Obigiwasin Anicinape Child & Family Services was established to provide child and family services to its population. This follows an agreement signed with the CISSSAT for the management of youth protection services for the four Anicinape communities: Kitcisakik, Lac Simon, Abitibiwinni (Pikogan), and Long Point (Winneway). Mino Obigiwasin’s vision is to ensure that all Anicinape children and families have a stable, safe, and happy living environment rooted in their culture.

JOB SUMMARY

The Accounting Clerk, under the supervision of the Finance Director, is responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable. They oversee data entry (invoices and other documents) to ensure accurate bookkeeping and accounting records for the organization. The Accounting Clerk analyzes and resolves discrepancies between supplier invoices and purchase orders. They also perform general office duties, payroll processing, financial transaction recording, and compile relevant business data. All tasks are carried out in compliance with Mino Obigiwasin’s procedures and policies and in a team-oriented environment.

ROLE AND RESPONSABILITIESS

Accounts payable

Match invoices with purchase orders (PO) and receiving slips

Process, verify, and record supplier invoices in the appropriate projects

Perform monthly reconciliation of supplier statements

Record transactions from Visa credit cards, Petro-Canada cards, the Telus account, and any other accounts

Prepare payments (cheques, wire transfers, direct deposits) and submit them for approval

Monitor payment schedules and ensure deadlines are met

Communicate with suppliers to resolve discrepancies or billing disputes

Maintain up-to-date supplier records and open new accounts as needed

Manage Petro-Canada cards for vehicles and keep the vehicle list and related documents up to date

Follow up on petty cash for service points and administration

Prepare and process rent payments for Mino Obigiwasin

File and archive accounts payable documents

Collaborate with the finance team during month-end and year-end closings

Participate in the continuous improvement of accounting processes

Accounts receivable

  • Issue invoices to clients and employees
  • Monitor client accounts and received payments
  • Process or record bank deposits in the accounting system
  • Send account statements to clients
  • Ensure accuracy and integrity of data entered in the accounting system

Paie

Receive timesheets and expense reports submitted by supervisors and compile the data

  • Enter payroll data on a biweekly basis
  • Input new employees into the system to create their profiles and update information as needed

Perform any other related tasks

REQUIREMENTS

Hold a college diploma (DEC) in accounting or equivalent

  • Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field
  • Knowledge of Indigenous communities (an asset)
  • Excellent command of French and English
  • Comfortable with computer systems, including the Avantage accounting software
  • Strong skills in Office 365 and its tools, especially Excel
  • Ability to work in a team and collaborate with multiple departments within the organization
  • Versatility and attention to detail
  • Ability to always maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion
  • Strong organizational and adaptability skills

EMPLOYMENT CONDTIONS

  • Permanent full-time position, 35 hours per week
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-contributed group insurance after 3 months and pension plan (RBA) after 6 months with employer contribution at 182%
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Telemedicine services
  • Flexible schedule, 10 sick days and 5 wellness days per year
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Dynamic and creative team environment

Start date: Immediately

Ressources humaines / Human Resources

Bureau administratif/Administrative office

1399, chemin sullivan

Val-d’Or (Québec) J9P 6V6

Tel : (819) 975-5535 x 1045

mikamowin@mino-obigiwasin.ca

Hiring Priority

Priority will be given to First Nations and Inuit candidates from Quebec.
Only those selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

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