General Accountant

At Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at www.goodshepherdcentres.ca

This opportunity is with our Good Shepherd - Finance and Administration

How You Will Make an Impact

The General Accountant demonstrates responsibility and enhances the dignity and quality of life of our clients, visitors and staff by being accountable for the daily accounting functions, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, to ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements.

Through responsible leadership and effective role modelling, the General Accountant is responsible for the demonstration of the Mission, Vision and Values at work within the Finance department and Good Shepherd. The General Accountant will be responsible for:

To provide service in a dignified, culturally competent and respectful manner that reflects the charism of Good Shepherd Centres and which reflects an integrated anti-racism/anti-oppression framework.
Act as a resource to managers and directors as needed
To provide back up to Accounting Coordinator position
Prepare and process bank deposits and receivables in ERP system
To enter donation revenues in the ERP system
To confirm accuracy of vendor invoices, and coding and follow up on discrepancies.
Calculate HST tax distribution costs and recoveries
Assist in compiling data for monthly and quarterly ministry and city regulatory reporting.
Record expense allocation codes for accounts payable processing.
Assist in processing of cheque and EFT runs
Prepare monthly recurring journal entries and accrual journal entries as required
Reconcile general ledger balance sheet accounts
Complete monthly bank reconciliations
Complete monthly corporate credit card reconciliations
Generate Aged AP and AR reports, bringing anything over +0 days to Manager's attention
Prepare monthly government HST remittances
To process all annual accounting function including:
Assist in the preparation of year end working papers for audit requirements
Assist Manager of Finance in the Maintenance of the Capital Asset records and reconciliations.
To ensure compliance with legislated regulations, agency guidelines and policies, including adherence to established approval and control processes
To process monthly accounts receivable functions including but not limited to:
Vendor statements with system transactions and resolve discrepancies.

To process all annual accounts receivable functions
Perform any other duties related to the Good Shepherd as directed by the Manager of Finance or delegate.

Observe all health and safety rules and work in compliance with the provisions of the occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations


What You'll Bring to Our Team

Demonstrated ability to adapt in a fast paced and changing work environment.
Creativity and flexibility in achieving desired outcomes.
Hospitable in dealings with clients / public / volunteers / staff, and other key stakeholders.
Available and responsive to the needs of others.
Respectful and compassionate demeanor.
Excellent verbal and written communication, computer, interpersonal and organizational
Minimum college diploma in accounting or business preferable 1-2 years of experience in financial disciplines.


What We Offer

Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
Support for continuing EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Staff recognition programs along with access to self-care supports and EMPLOYEE /
FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
POSITIVE and ENCOURAGING atmosphere
Make a difference and provide HOPE
Extended benefits