Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Position Purpose summary:

The Financial Coordinator will assist the Director of Finance by maintaining the financial and administrative processes for a selection of programs at OBC and contribute to management through reconciliation and analysis of the general ledger (GL).

KEY Accountabilities:

The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar range of duties.

• Prepare and reconciles daily transaction registers to incoming cash reports and deposit slips as required.

• Maintenance of asset Inventory record through collation of purchase, movement and disposal recording systems

• Collaborate on preparation of monthly financial report analysis

• Collaborate on review of the detailed ledger and financial reports ensuring related expenses are coded properly.

• As assigned, maintains program/department purchase order (PO) tracking spreadsheets; matches invoices to POs and obtains appropriate invoice and reimbursement authorizations before further processes are completed.

• Oversee kettle count and deposit process.

• Collate data from supporting systems (GL and TipTap) and maintain daily status reports.

• Ensure disbursements are supported by adequate supporting documentation, in accordance with official policy and properly approved. Bring any deviations to the attention of the Senior Accountant.

• Maintain and reconcile AR and AP sub-ledgers.

• Process and entry of personal and corporate visa travel and expense claims, Voucher Request Forms for individuals, and Internal Payment Forms/Request to Charge.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• May handle small amounts of petty cash disbursements
• May collect donations
• May provide some limited input into new policies and procedures pertaining to the management and stewardship of donors and funders
• Uses and maintains own organizational assets (computer, phone) in accordance with guidelines
• May have access to personal information

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Working Conditions:

• Working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions
• Some travel may be required for the purpose of meeting with clients, stakeholders, or off-site personnel/management
• May be required to lift up to 20 lbs

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• Completion of high school diploma plus a formal post-secondary/college certificate program or specialized accounting courses or certification. Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• Two years of prior related experience in the accounting/finance field

Skills and Capabilities:

• Good verbal and communication skills.

• Commitment to quality customer service.

• Attention to detail and high accuracy.

• Strong basic accounting skills

• Must be able to present a current police background check acceptable to the Salvation Army upon hiring.

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $20.25 to $25.31 with a maximum of $30.37.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email

Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca

if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.