Accounting & Data Assistant

Job Synopsis

The Accounting & Data Assistant joins the MCC Manitoba Finance team to competently carry out the foundational work of stewarding our financial resources, as well as supports the Migration and Resettlement team with database support for both the Private Sponsor ships of Refugees (PSR) and BVOR programs. With a keen eye for detail, sharp database skills, and a beautiful spreadsheet or two, the Accounting & Data Assistant makes sure that expenses are paid, bills are sent, accurate records are maintained, and policies are followed.

How much you work: this is a full-time salaried position, working 37.5 hours per week.

Where you work:
This position is located at MCCM office in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This is primarily an in-office role, with potential for occasional work from home flexibility.
Physical conditions & requirements: this position will require significant computer time. Ability to focus for extended periods of time with high attention to detail and accuracy is required.
Pace of work: this position works independently with high day-to-day variation, including receiving and responding to unanticipated requests from leadership and other colleagues, and is expected to manage multiple deadlines and seasons of high intensity workflow.

Salaried Employee - Full Time at 1 FTE

• All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to a personal Christian faith and discipleship; active participation in a Christian church or Christian community; and nonviolent peacemaking.
• MCC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity. MCC values diversity and invites all qualified candidates to apply.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with a strong emphasis on accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Able to communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively with colleagues, vendors, donors, and others.
• Able to handle sensitive information with care and confidentiality.
• One+ year working experience in bookkeeping or accounting support role.
• Strong level knowledge of Microsoft Excel and good knowledge of other Microsoft Office modules.
• Able to easily learn new software programs and create effective workflows in the new systems.
• Available for occasional evening and weekend work; available during year end audit work April-May each year.
• Satisfactory criminal record check.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Preferred:
  Experience in non-profit accounting environment.
• Business Administration certificate or other related education.
• Experience using Sparkrock (Dynamics 365 Business Central).
• Willingness to travel occasionally for meetings and collaboration.
• Anti-oppression commitment: MCC expects all staff to actively participate in an organizational culture that focuses on dismantling any barriers based on race, economic inequality or gender-based oppression. This includes an expectation to assess and address any barriers within themselves, within their team(s), and within MCC; supervisors are expected to take leadership in assessing and addressing these barriers.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/RECEIVABLE

• Process vendor invoices and employee expense claims, ensuring expenses are properly coded and authorized.
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs, including cheques and EFTs.
• Process sales invoices and cash receipts.
• Ensure accurate and timely filing of payables and receivables documentation.
• Monitor accounts and relate with various vendors, customers, and donors, as required.
• Reconcile vendor invoices to statements.

GENERAL FINANCE

• Assist with general ledger account reconciliations.
• Assist with tracking and reconciliation of refugee sponsorship project funding.
• Reconcile Café sales reports to bank deposits.
• Provide coverage for team members, including making bank deposits, preparing donation batch entries, processing monthly donations, updating donor information, printing receipts.
• Provide administrative support to the Finance team.
• Assist with fiscal year-end preparation, as required.
• Participate in continuous learning and professional development.
• Other tasks and special projects in the department…