Finance Clerk (Canada Summer Job)

The FinanceClerk(Canada Summer Job) will play a key supporting role in the daily financial operations of the organization while receiving comprehensive hands-on training designed to build long-term employability skills for a career in finance accounting or data administration. This role gives a young person the opportunity to learn how financial systemsoperatewithin a mission-driven non-profit that serves the community.

The successful candidate will:

• Gain practical experience in financial reporting data entry transaction processing and documentation specific to the non-profit sector.
• Develop skills using financial software spreadsheets and analytical tools while strengthening accuracy attention to detail and professional communication.
• Work alongside experienced finance professionals who will provide mentorship supervision and structured learning opportunities.
• Grow confidence in professional work habits problem-solving and collaboration within a supportive learning environment.
• Build an understanding ofhow strong financial stewardship directly contributes to sustaining programs and services thatbenefitvulnerable community members.

Location: Calgary
Project Number: #
Position Type: Seasonal Employment Full-Time (8 weeks)
Schedule: 35 hours per week
Reporting to: Interim Director Finance
Number of Positions to Fill: 1

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assistin preparing financial reports budgets and financial statements while ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Support daily financial operations including disbursements revenue tracking reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Help process expense claims vendor payments and staff reimbursements while verifying supporting documentation.
• Compile review and analyze monthly financial reports including revenue expenditures and budget variances.
• Maintain organized financial records digital files and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness.
• Provide operational coverage during staff absences byassistingwith routine finance functions under supervision.
• Assistwith preparations for audits tax filings compliance checks and financial forecasting.
• Participate in special finance-related projects such as system improvements data clean-up or workflow optimization.
• Support the finance team with administrative tasks including data entry document preparation and correspondence.
• Performadditionalfinance or administrative duties as assigned to enhance learning and support department needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Enrolled in or completed a college program in finance accounting economics ora related field.
• Previousexperience (e.g. internships volunteer work or coursework) in finance accounting or financial analysis with a basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel and other financial software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Interest in working within a mission-driven non-profit environment.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• An Employment Background Check is required for all positions at The Mustard Seed
• As The Mustard Seed is a Christian ministry we require our employees to agree to respect and not detract from The Mustard Seeds Employment Values during their employment at The Mustard Seed.
• Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer

**ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR CANADA SUMMER JOBS**

• Please do not apply if all these conditions are not met
• Be between 18 and 30 years of age
• Be a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
• Not a member of the Immediate Family of the Employer or a member of the Immediate Family of an officer or director of the Employer
• International students are not eligible participants
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