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Bookkeeper/Accountant
Scope:
This position is responsible for all aspects of accounting for TWR Canada, including payment and analysis of supplier and staff accounts (accounts payable), recording of broadcaster billings (accounts receivable), and various miscellaneous accounting entries. The incumbent will also be responsible for the monthly payroll for our overseas missionary staff.
Additionally, this person is responsible for arranging for monthly financial statements and for special analyses of financial information as may be requested from time to time. He/she will also be involved in helping to manage TWR Canada’s financial assets to maximize earnings while maintaining adequate cash flow for operating purposes.
Accounting records are maintained using TWR’s accounting software "Fund Accounting for Navision" (FAFN), which is located in and supported by TWR-US.
Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable
Check, approve (or obtain approval for), and pay any invoices which may be received from suppliers;
Prepare accounting information for payments, including amounts to be claimed back from Canada Revenue Agency for GST;
Post invoices and payment journals to Accounts Payable module of FAFN;
Accounts Receivable and Deposits
Issue invoices on a timely basis (monthly or quarterly);
Monitor accounts for payments, and arrange for follow-up if necessary;
Post invoices, and subsequent payments, to Accounts Receivable module of FAFN;
Review accounting entries generated by FAFN pertaining to donor deposits to ensure accuracy and completeness;
Payroll
Issue instructions for the deposit of the monthly missionary staff payroll into their Canadian bank accounts;
Post payroll data for missionaries and for the bi-weekly Canadian staff payroll into FAFN.
Cash Management
Watch for receipt of "non-cash" donations (stocks, etc.), to arrange for their disposal and to make the necessary adjusting entries;
Monitor bank accounts on a regular basis to ensure there is adequate cash available for operating needs;
Make recommendations to management concerning any movement of surplus funds to or from investment vehicles.
Petty Cash
Monitor, control and replenish a small petty cash fund in the office, for miscellaneous cash needs.
Bank Account Reconciliations
Perform monthly reconciliation of bank accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of cash records.
Interbranch Transactions/Payment to Cary
Prepare monthly report of receipts for missionary support and special project funds for other TWR fields;
Prepare monthly summary of charges incurred on behalf of other TWR fields;
Summarize transactions for month, and prepare "settlement" cheque to TWR-US or International;
Post interbranch transactions in FAFN.
Monthly and annual statements
Work with TWR-US support staff to have accurate monthly statements run from FAFN;
Provide copy of completed statements to Executive Director, along with any explanatory comments or analysis that may be required;
Perform other special projects as assigned;
Prepare Year-end financial statements and working papers for review by Auditors, and be prepared to answer any questions they may have;
Prepare annual "Charities Report" (Form T3010) for submission to Canada Revenue Agency and CCCC.
Core Competencies:
Has solid commitment to TWR's mission statement, doctrinal position and code of conduct;
Respected by peers regarding personal integrity and spiritual walk with God;
Displays a fervent heart and vision for world missions;
Has good knowledge of accounting theory, with related work experience;
Able to work carefully and confidentially, attending to details and accuracy while doing repetitive type work;
Good analytical and troubleshooting skills;
Proficient in Microsoft Windows®-based data entry, with the ability to learn new software;
Able to balance multiple tasks and deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications:
Formal training and/or experience in accounting discipline;
Good degree of computer aptitude, data entry techniques and Microsoft Word literate;
Ability to work on multiple concurrent deadlines with attention to detail;
Previous experience in accounting for a non-profit organization would be an asset;
Previous experience with "Navision" would be an asset.
How to Apply:
Email your resume by April 21, 2008 to Jason Brown - jbrown@twrcanada.org or fill out our Preliminary Questionnaire online.
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