POSITION DESCRIPTION: ALUS Canada Finance Manager

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:

The Alternative Land Use Services (ALUS) is a community developed farmer delivered conservation program. It is a voluntary program which helps farmers return marginal and environmentally sensitive farmland into native vegetative cover and wetlands for the production of ecosystem services. ALUS Canada supports the delivery of the ALUS program across the country.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

ALUS Canada is seeking a part-time Finance Manager. The successful candidate will provide advice and information on all financial matters and play a key role to support ALUS Canada.

This is a perfect opportunity for an energetic, detail-oriented individual. Must be highly organized with excellent analytical skills and the ability to thrive in a multi-tasking environment. Expertise in Microsoft Office, Excel and Quickbooks are required skills. Experience in nonprofit accounting is an asset.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working collaboratively with the ALUS team the Finance Manager will establish and maintain effective internal controls; maintain the G/L using QuickBooks; prepare and administer the annual budget; prepare and present monthly and annual financial statements; work collaboratively with other members of the Management Team to develop and implement policies and programs which will contribute to the organizations success.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable financial management experience in the non profit sector. The organization is looking for an individual who is passionate about their work, and can show a commitment to seeing the project through from conception to completion.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing national organization and contribute significantly to their ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting

Oversee financial management, control and reporting requirements;
Maintain General Ledger and Chart of Accounts;
Process payables in a timely manner and maintain vendor records;
Maintain financial records in a manner that facilitates management reports as well as all reporting to multiple funders ;
Liaise with fundraising personnel to effectively manage, control and report on all funds raised;
Reconcile Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable monthly;
Complete and file HST returns;
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget;
Ensure all financial administration activities are in compliance with provincial and federal statutes;
Complete and file annual Charity Return and GST Refund Application; and
Other applicable tasks that occur in the course of fulfilling the function the position.

Develop and implement internal financial controls, policies and procedures;

    Manage Year End audit process;

Payroll

Maintain employee payroll files, including timesheets;
Process biweekly payroll and direct deposits
Prepare Records of Employment, T4 or T4A Statements;
Ensure compliance with personnel policies, as well as provincial and federal employment standards and statutes;
Provide payroll, overtime and vacation reports to Board and staff members upon request; and
Complete and submit payroll reports and taxes (e.g. WCB & payroll remittance) on a timely basis.

Banking

Ensure timely deposits of funds and transfer funds to cover operational needs;
Maintain accurate banking records and reconcile accounts;
Ensure restricted and unrestricted funds are recorded and deposited correctly and

REQUIRED SKILLS:

CPA designation preferred
Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing finances in a non-profit organization
Expertise in bookkeeping, finance management
A strong communicator and ability to manage various projects concurrently
Proven ability to work as a member of a team
Strong computer skills particularly Quickbooks, Word and Excel

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & COMPENSATION:

Must be accessible to Toronto on a regular basis.
This is a part-time position that will take place during normal working hours Monday to Friday; anticipate about 20 hours per week.
Compensation is commensurate with experience and education.

Please submit your resume and cover letter as one document (Microsoft Word or Adobe pdf) to:
lbishop@alus.ca
by 5pm, June 11th, 2015. Only those candidates requested for an interview will be contacted.