Accountant
Accountant
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
Are you an experienced accountant who is eager to drive meaningful change through missiondriven initiatives Inspired by our Christian values our unique culture fosters diversity and a workplace that strives to ensure all our employees feel respected and included. At ADRA Canada we offer challenging careers that play an important role in positively impacting the futures of vulnerable families and especially the lives of women and girls all over the world. We offer flexible working arrangements competitive compensation and generous benefits ongoing learning and development opportunities and a supportive and meaningful environment where we work together to achieve our goals. Come and be a part of our highperforming team where together we are working to lift people out of poverty establish hope empower communities and create positive and longlasting change!
As an accountant you play a critical role in contributing to the financial integrity and efficiency of ADRA Canada. Embodying ADRA Canadas values of being Connected Courageous and Compassionate the Accountant is responsible for managing financial transactions maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This role also involves supporting budgeting and auditing processes preparing financial reports and analyzing financial data to aid in organizational decision making.
Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer
Department: Finance & Shared Services
Location: ADRA Canada Headquarters in Newcastle ON Canada.
Employment Type: Fulltime
Travel: International and/or National may be required up to 2 of the time.
Work Hours: 38 hours per week with a 4day work week option as well as hybrid option 3 days in office and 1 day work from home).
Application Closing Date: April 7 2025
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Seventhday Adventist Church Relations/Ministry 10 of each workweek)
- Participate in daily worship and prayers. All employees take turns in leading worship for all employees.
- Be prepared to counsel callers (including church members and others) on role of Seventhday Adventist mission and pray with them.
- Encourage partners (including Seventhday Adventist Conferences and congregations in Canada other Canadian and foreign Seventhday Adventist entities and the worldwide ADRA network) in the mission of ADRA and the Seventhday Adventist Church. Educate them as necessary about the ministry role of ADRA Canada as part of the worldwide Seventhday Adventist Church movement consistent with the religious teachings of the Church.
- As requested contribute to corporate publications and represent ADRA Canada and its mission at presentations/speaker appointment requests particularly with ADRA Canadas partners.
- Ensure that all ADRA Canada activities are carried out in accordance with the values and religious beliefs of the ADRA network and the Seventhday Adventist Church.
- As part of the ADRA Canada ministry act in a way that reflects the religious beliefs and practices of the Seventhday Adventist Church both on and off duty.
B. Operations/Technical 90 of each work week)
Finance Reporting & Analysis
- Creation of Financial Reporting Templates (Financial Reports Project Cash Flow FX GL Reconciliation Interest Calculation & Reporting and Payment Timeline).
- Review field financial reports from the Finance Manager (FM) for accuracy and consolidate the financial data into the YTD financial reporting template when necessary ensuring the integrity of implementing field office reports is kept intact.
- Ensure that foreign exchange rates are accurately calculated and used in the preparation of financial reports.
- Calculate overhead on monthly project expenses as per funding requirements. Be aware of overhead sharing agreements.
- Calculate interest earned on donor funds monthly.
- Report to FMPM and/or Management regarding the remaining funding available for projects overall cash flow.
- Provide Canadian component expense reporting to Project Finance and verify.
- Complete project lead sheet detailing pertinent financial information and contacts.
- Provide ad hoc financial reports to support departmental/organizational decision making.
Accounting Operations & Journal Entries
- Prepare journal entries with supporting documentation to reflect both implementing field office and ADRA Canada expenses for posting into the accounting system.
- Prepare journal entries to record income earned from overhead and advise FM of the adjustment necessary on project reports.
- Review payroll project billing for accuracy and completeness and mark as pending approval for posting into the accounting system.
- Review employee timesheets for reasonableness accuracy and identify and report on discrepancies.
- Create project account codes in the accounting system and ensure that GL account codes are sufficient to process the accounting transactions.
- Prepare accounting entries for the use of deferred contributions related to project expenses.
- Conduct monthly reconciliations for assigned projects.
- Conduct equity reconciliations for the CFGB program portfolio.
- Review & approve expense reports.
- Close out project accounts upon project completion.
Project and Cash Flow Management
- Ensure timely & proper processing of payment requests to implementing field offices & field personnel (as authorized and initiated by the Project Manager). Confirmation of available funding to be part of the process.
- Ensure timely & proper processing of payment requests to Canadian partner offices & personnel (as authorized and initiated by the Project Manager) Confirmation of funding to be part of the process.
- Initiate interbank transfers correcting bank balances between ADRA Canadas operating bank account & project bank accounts.
- Initiate bank transfers to Canadian partner offices to facilitate project funding.
Documentation & Compliance
- Set up a file retention structure.
- Collaborate with project FM & PM to ensure proper filing of payments & receipt of funds financial reports and copies of field supporting documents for expenditures over CAD 1000 on SharePoint and Xdrive.
Budget & Audit Support
- Prepare budget templates.
- Compile information for internal audit purposes and the annual external audit and donor audits as requested.
- Coordinate annual budgeting of the CFGB portfolio.
*Perform other duties as designated by the Director.
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND CORE COMPETENCIES
MustHaves:
- Bachelors degree in accounting finance or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting and financial management work combined.
- A citizen or permanent resident of Canada or the ability to legally work in Canada by virtue of holding a current valid work permit (if required).
- Proficiency in the use of relevant software (Excel Word Power BI and accounting software).
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Adept at presenting & communicating information Able to speak clearly and fluently and express opinions information and key points of an argument.
- Strong writing reporting & oral communication skills Able to write clearly succinctly and correctly in English and in a convincing engaging and expressive manner.
- Adept at applying financial expertise and technology.
- Adept at analyzing numerical and verbal data and all other types of information.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain professionalism in sensitive and challenging situations.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative proactively solve problems meet deadlines and deliver superior service.
- Understanding of and commitment to programming and communications that respect and protect the human rights of all persons ADRA serves especially the rights of women and girls.
NicetoHaves:
- Chartered Professional Accountant certification.
- Experience within the context of the humanitarian development or charitable sector.
- Written and oral communication skills in French.
- Awareness of and sensitivity to crosscultural issues.
ADRA CANADA DESCRIPTION & PURPOSE STATEMENT
ADRA Canada and all its employees are engaged in supporting the vision of the Seventhday Adventist Church in Canada SDACC which is Proclaiming Christ Nurturing Believers and Serving Humanity. The ministry of ADRA Canada is an important part of the Christian mission of the Seventhday Adventist Church and is done in harmony with its religious beliefs and practices.
Therefore being employed by ADRA Canada requires personal commitment to its mission and lifestyle. The holder of this position will reflect in their personal and professional life the Christian values as taught by the Seventhday Adventist Church as referenced in the employment contract. The employee acknowledges and agrees that this position is one of ministry within the Seventhday Adventist Church and that membership in the Seventhday Adventist Church and adherence to the fundamental faith and religious beliefs and practices of the Seventhday Adventist Church is essential to the proper performance of the duties of the position. The employee must conduct him/herself both on and off duty in accordance with the religious beliefs and teachings of the Seventhday Adventist Church in all respects so as not to damage ADRA Canadas reputation or harm the employees ability to fulfil all of the positions obligations. The employee must inform the Chief Executive Officer if they no longer adhere to or maintain belief in the fundamental faith and religious beliefs and practices of the Seventhday Adventist Church.
WHY A CAREER WITH ADRA CANADA
ADRA Canada is one of the leading humanitarian and development organizations in Canada. Our reputation has been built by our amazing and dedicated team of knowledgeable skilled and experienced staff who carry out ADRAs mission each and every day. At ADRA Canada we offer exciting and challenging careers that play an important role in positively impacting the futures of vulnerable families and especially the lives of women and girls all over the world. Inspired by our Christian values ADRA is active in over 130 countries globally delivering justice compassion and love so that all may live as God intended.
ADRA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a inclusive barrierfree recruitment and selection processes including our work environment. We especially welcome applications from women Indigenous peoples and members of racialized communities.
ADRA Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please inform us within your application if you require any accommodations and every effort will be made to meet your needs.
Consistent with our Safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Harassment Exploitation and Abuse Policy the successful candidate must receive clearance by a police background check including a vulnerable sector screen as a condition of employment.
Due to a high volume of applicants only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are chosen to move forward our interview process typically follows this sequence:
- One hour inperson/virtual get to know you interview with a member of the HR team Hiring Manager and sometimes another senior staff member. This interview will evaluate values and culture fit.
- One hour in person/virtual technical interview with a member of the HR team and the Hiring Manager and/or the Department Director.
- Depending on the role in some cases a 30 minute to 2hour technical skills test will be required.
- Reference checks.
- A decision is communicated and an offer is extended subject to criminal background check.
At ADRA we aim to complete the entire process above within six 6 weeks. If at any time we decide to end your candidacy you will be notified of this by a member of our team in writing. We would appreciate it if you extend us that same courtesy.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The terms and conditions shall be read in conjunction with theADRA Canada Human Resources Manual(as amended from time to time) the contents of which form part of the employees obligations to ADRA Canada. The obligations of ADRA Canada are as set out in theADRA Canada Human Resources Manualand the applicable employment standards legislation and regulations whichever obligations are greater. The employer will have no other obligations except as expressly set out in a written employment contract.
Performance Review: A Performance Review will typically be conducted after the first three months in the position. All employees will be required to participate in semiannual Performance Reviews.
Job Description Continuous Review:This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. Job descriptions are reviewed on a regular basis and can be modified at any time to meet the needs of ADRA Canada.
Physical Requirements:Must be able to read speak and hear. Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Some standing walking bending kneeling carrying of light items etc. are required. Standard work hours as defined by theADRA Canada Human Resources Manual are required.
Working Conditions: Essential responsibilities are performed either in the office or in travelling conditions.
- Within the office the work is primarily in a sedentary and comfortable environment with tasks usually performed under normal office conditions with little or no noticeable discomfort. The work area is well lit and ventilated.
- If travelling (international and/or domestic) there will be difficult conditions and challenging environments particularly to destinations in the developing world.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
