Finance Officer - AR

Adams Lake Indian Band is seeking Finance Officer – Accounts Receivable to work under the direction of the Adams Lake Band’s Senior Accountant. The individual’s main responsibilities will be for accounts receivable functions for the Adam Lake Indian Band and its affiliated companies. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Adams Lake Indian Band policies and procedures · Prepares check requisitions for A/R, e.g. garnishes, pension, CRA remittances · Maintenance and monitoring of employment agreements for time tracking, updates and reconciliation of leave records for sick and vacation benefits · Processes accounts receivable transactions and produces an appropriate invoice · Maintains an accurate accounting of the accounts receivable sub-ledger, reconciling invoices with payments · Reconciles accounts receivable sub-ledger to general ledger control accounts monthly · Ensures all payments are recorded and coded for bank deposit · Ensures all Lease/Taxation checks photocopied, recorded and forwarded to the appropriate department · Processes all telephone bills for journal entry and prepares a monthly schedule indicating departmental/employee charges for monthly invoice · Prepares and issues invoices for City of Salmon Arm utility (water & sewer) bills · Ensures monthly Social Service rental payments are properly applied to current invoice in A/R · Prepares a receipt and records in appropriate the accounts all monies received at front window · Prepares cheque requisitions and reports for A/P on garnishees, CRA remittances and pension deductions · Provides a monthly accounts receivable aged trial balance to Supervisor and/or the Chief Financial Officer · Answers inquiries, provides information and forms as required · Maintains a supply or receipt books and invoice stationary · Maintains the work area in a clean and professional manner · Performs other related duties as required QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS · Minimum of Grade 12 education or equivalent · Post secondary education, including successful completion of first level accounting courses, preferred · Completion of a recognized AR or Bookkeeping/Accounting program or courses · Previous Accounts receivable experience · Experience in an accounting/bookkeeping environment · Possess strong computer skills using MS Word, Excel and Adagio accounting systems · Good verbal and written communication skills · Excellent analytical and organizational skills to achieve desired results · Diplomacy, tact and confidentiality in dealing with a variety of people and information · Reliability and dependability · Good interpersonal skills · Ability to work in a team orientated environment · Flexibility is a must to adapt to changing work priorities · Good judgement must be always exercised SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS Those normally associated with a typical office environment. Continuous visual concentration on computer/laptop and/or calculator. WORKING CONDITIONS The majority of work is performed in a typical office environment. EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE Accounting – Adagio Office – Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook OTHER REQUIREMENTS N/A BONA FIDE JOB REQUIREMENTS Current Criminal Records Check with vulnerable sector clearance, with results acceptable to ALIB TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full time permanent position Wage range: $31 - $40 per hour Location: 6453 Hillcrest Rd. Chase BC, this is expected to be an in-office position. Hours per week: 75 hours bi-weekly (max 37.5 hrs./week), with flexibility in hours/days of work. WHY US? We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined contribution pension scheme, health, vision, and dental coverage, LTD, AD&D, and life insurance and an employee assistance program. In addition to a starting vacation entitlement of two weeks we typically provide a two-week paid winter break and provide paid sick/personal days in addition to Statutory or Designated holidays. Competition will remain open until filled. All interested candidates are asked to submit a detailed cover letter and resume with references to: Career Centre | Recruitment [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=ff74a3f0-8b75-4862-ae1d-686d50313c46&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_CA] Preference may be given to qualified ALIB band members and individuals who self-identify as First Nation, Inuit, or Indigenous ancestry. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. If you have any questions about the position, difficulties applying, or require an accommodation during the selection process, which is available upon request, please contact us either via telephone at: 250-679-2214 or email: [email protected] [[email protected]] ALIB reserves the right to withdraw, cancel, postpone, or revise advertised positions; although we acknowledge all those interested in the position, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Finance Officer is responsible for managing accounts receivable functions, including processing transactions, producing invoices, and reconciling sub-ledgers to the general ledger. They also prepare financial reports, handle remittances, and maintain accurate accounting records for the band and its affiliated companies.

Candidates must have at least a Grade 12 education, with preference given to those with post-secondary accounting courses or a recognized bookkeeping program. Previous experience in an accounting environment and proficiency in MS Office and accounting software are required.

• Defined contribution pension scheme • Health coverage • Vision coverage • Dental coverage • Long term disability insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance • Life insurance • Employee assistance program • Paid winter break • Paid sick days • Paid personal days • Statutory holidays

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Data entryPreferred
• Microsoft WordPreferred
• AccountingPreferred
• BookkeepingPreferred

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• Accounts receivable
• Bookkeeping
• Accounting
• Reconciliation
• Invoicing
• General ledger
• Data entry
• Financial reporting
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Adagio accounting systems
• Communication skills
• Analytical skills
• Organizational skills
• Diplomacy
• Confidentiality
• Calculators
• Invoice Reconciliation
• Tactfulness
• Professionalism
• Organizational Skills
• Control Account Management
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounting Systems
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Employment Contracts
• Finance
• General Ledger
• Interpersonal Communications
• Microsoft Outlook
• Remittance
• Trial Balance
• Team Oriented
• Customer Inquiries

• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services
• Finance Officer
• Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
• Accounting Associate Professionals
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week