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Job Description / Duties

Job Posting #E035-85

Senior Accountant – Full Time, New Westminster

Classification: Excluded

Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults, with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support options. As the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. We believe that helping people help themselves is essential in addressing homelessness and all the issues that surround it. Securing appropriate housing is the first and most essential step in achieving independence for individuals. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca

Organization Structure

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Senior Accountant performs a variety of advanced accounting, budgeting, and reporting functions.

Summary of Responsibilities

The incumbent exercises considerable independent judgement in planning and performing the work, requiring the ability to meet tight deadlines and set priorities, conduct complex financial analysis, and provide professional advice and guidance to the public, staff, management, and senior executives.

The Senior Accountant works in accordance with the mission, values, principles and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society, including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics as well as completing work in a manner which meets Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and practices. The job functions are complex in nature, requiring a high degree of confidentiality and concentrated mental and written attention.

Communications

Internal and External

The majority of communication will be internal and will involve program managers and designates, as well as executive directors. The position will have external communications with funding bodies and must provide written reports for internal purposes, funders and public distribution. Provides recommendations on process improvements and regular written reports to the Director of Finance and CFO. Communications can be sensitive, and the Senior Accountant must utilize a thorough knowledge of the Society & GAAP and strong communication and interpersonal skills to respond effectively to inquiries or provide direction.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
• Leverage existing accounting software to enhance reporting metrics.
• Troubleshoots, reviews, analyzes, documents and evaluates financial business processes and provides recommendations for improvement.
• Assist with all budget and forecasting requirements and monitor activities.
• Research and provide recommendations on accounting and compliance issues.
• Assist with maintaining data and accounting dashboards and internal report requirements for accurate and timely analysis for decision-making and operational improvements.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses, including cost and revenue analysis, graphs, reconciliations, and cash flow monitoring.
• Maintain and implement relevant internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Assist the Director of Finance with contract compliance, funder and external audits, and ensure compliance with CRA requirements.
• Provide cross-training and support for all accounting functions when needed.
• Assist the Director of Finance in preparing documents and interpreting complicated financial information for managers, directors, and executives.
• Complete ad hoc projects as the Director of Finance and CFO requested.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience

• A recognized professional accounting designation (CPA) or near completion of the CPA program.
• Strong technology and systems experience (Advanced knowledge in Excel is required)
• Experience with SAP and other advanced ERP systems is an asset.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive and diversified accounting experience, including exposure to financial reporting, budgeting, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Supervisory experience within the last five (5) years or leadership training is ideal.
• Knowledge of the ASNPO is an asset, but not required.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to key 60 w.p.m. Demonstrated communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage a high workload with multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to perform work and meet deadlines during significant levels of interruptions.
• Demonstrated good judgement, tact and discretion.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment, including advanced proficiency with financial software, data management, and Excel systems.

Additional Information

Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from different races, gender, age, religion, identities and unique experiences. We welcome everyone from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply in order to foster an inclusive environment.

Salary: $78,155 - $87,924 per year

Contact Information

TO APPLY: Submit cover letter and resume to Raymond.Au@lookoutsociety.ca

CLOSING DATE: April 30, 2024 @ 17:00 Hours

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Employer Profile

Lookout Housing and Health Society is a charitable organization and social safety net that provides housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income, who have few, if any, housing or support options. As the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. We believe that helping people help themselves is essential in addressing homelessness and all the issues that surround it. Securing appropriate housing is the first and most essential step in achieving responsible and independent individuals. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca