Office Finance Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
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 Office Finance Assistant provides support during the Christmas season on a temporary basis.
Accountabilities:
- Provide oversight for the Christmas Kettle donations to ensure accuracy and policy compliance.
- Will participate in recruitment of volunteer(s) for counting of donations
- Daily pick up of kettles from sites, ensuring the security of donations in Ministry Unit safe and following safe keeping procedures
- All donations will be stored in the church safe until it can be counted by incumbent and Corps Officer or designate for security and stewardship.
- Create inventory log of safe contents per policy
- Cash donations will be placed in a locked cash box and stored within the safe; all other items should be sealed in tamper proof bags (deposit bags)
- Maintain Tip Tap donation tracking and records.
- May prepare donation letters and thank you letters for donations.
- Track fundraising progress and record statistical data in a clear, organized and accurate manner
- Complete bank deposits Monday - Friday
- Perform other related duties as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- This is a temporary part-time position based on 22 hours per week.
- Shifts may include days, afternoons, and evening shifts, Monday through Saturday, flexibility in scheduling is required.
- The Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule.
- The working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions.
- Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification.
- Ability to lift/move up to 10 lbs. (4.5 kgs) in a safe manner.
The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision, and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
- Completed High School.
- Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, with own vehicle and insurance; may claim mileage as per Salvation Army policy
Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:
- A minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset.
- Strong skills in all Microsoft Office products, WORD and EXCEL, with good working knowledge and experience with email and internet-based programs
- Money handling experience is an asset.
Skills and Capabilities:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Good organization, strong oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Participate as an active and responsible team member.
- Ability to represent the organization in a professional and engaging manner.
- Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work with little supervision but also able to accept direction when necessary.
- Maintain information in confidence as required.
- Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
- Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
- Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.
- Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $17.60 to $20.64 with a maximum of $24.77.
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.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Office Finance Assistant
Top Benefits
About the role
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 Office Finance Assistant provides support during the Christmas season on a temporary basis.
Accountabilities:
- Provide oversight for the Christmas Kettle donations to ensure accuracy and policy compliance.
- Will participate in recruitment of volunteer(s) for counting of donations
- Daily pick up of kettles from sites, ensuring the security of donations in Ministry Unit safe and following safe keeping procedures
- All donations will be stored in the church safe until it can be counted by incumbent and Corps Officer or designate for security and stewardship.
- Create inventory log of safe contents per policy
- Cash donations will be placed in a locked cash box and stored within the safe; all other items should be sealed in tamper proof bags (deposit bags)
- Maintain Tip Tap donation tracking and records.
- May prepare donation letters and thank you letters for donations.
- Track fundraising progress and record statistical data in a clear, organized and accurate manner
- Complete bank deposits Monday - Friday
- Perform other related duties as required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- This is a temporary part-time position based on 22 hours per week.
- Shifts may include days, afternoons, and evening shifts, Monday through Saturday, flexibility in scheduling is required.
- The Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule.
- The working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions.
- Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification.
- Ability to lift/move up to 10 lbs. (4.5 kgs) in a safe manner.
The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision, and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
- Completed High School.
- Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, with own vehicle and insurance; may claim mileage as per Salvation Army policy
Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:
- A minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset.
- Strong skills in all Microsoft Office products, WORD and EXCEL, with good working knowledge and experience with email and internet-based programs
- Money handling experience is an asset.
Skills and Capabilities:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Good organization, strong oral and written communication, and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Participate as an active and responsible team member.
- Ability to represent the organization in a professional and engaging manner.
- Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work with little supervision but also able to accept direction when necessary.
- Maintain information in confidence as required.
- Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
- Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
- Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.
- Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $17.60 to $20.64 with a maximum of $24.77.
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.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.