REMOTE BOOKKEEPER

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Application Deadline:

OPEN UNTIL FILLED (ASAP)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced independent contractor to serve as a bookkeeper for our charitable non-profit organization. The successful candidate will work with the Operations Manager to ensure the financial books are in good standing for annual audit submissions and will prepare key charitable and regulatory filings for submission. This is a hybrid position.

SPAO: Photographic Arts Centre is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

*Please review the job description in detail and send your application package to: admin@spao.ca. Please ensure your application email Subject Line reads: “Attn: Executive Director – Community Advancement Coordinator Application – FIRST NAME / LAST NAME”

Applications must include: 
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Minimum of two professional references all merged into one PDF document and submitted electronically via email.

Key Responsibilities

  • Utilizing Quickbooks Online to ensure books are in good working order.

  • Collaborate with the Operations Manager to ensure accounts have been reconciled, invoices processed correctly, and expenses have been properly categorized.

  • Prepare and review journal entries related to deferred revenue accounts.

  • Assist with budget update preparation for the Board of Directors.

  • Support the mandatory annual financial audit process by organizing the financial submission and providing necessary information to auditors.

  • With support from the Operations Manager, preparing quarterly financial statement reports in preparation for finance committee meetings.

  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.

 

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Accounting degree, diploma and/or certificates

  • An accounting designation, such as CPA, considered an asset

  • A minimum of 2-3 years experience in a bookkeeping role, preferably in a non-profit environment

  • 1+ years of experience with Quickbooks Online

  • Knowledge or past experience working with Canadian charities, including but not limited to filling T3010 and T2 forms with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)

  • Knowledge of Ontario Not for Profit Corporations Act, and filings associated with ONCA

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive financial information.

    • Part-time/seasonal, primarily needed November-June (July-October off)

    • $35-45 per hour based on experience

    • 6-8 hours per week based on need