Bookkeeper

BCMB is looking for a skilled and passionate person to join our team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic to contribute and support the work of resourcing our BCMB churches. As a non-profit organization, BCMB is looking for a bookkeeper who is experienced with non-profit bookkeeping and accounting principles. This position is ideally suited for someone who is multi-talented, very organized, detail oriented, motivated self-starter, with a servant heart and a love for our churches.

 Qualifications

• Certificate/diploma in Accounting or Bookkeeping an asset.
• 3 years + experience working in a related position.
• Experience with Sage 50 & Excel preferred.
• Able to work independently and in a timely and efficient manner.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• High attention to details and accuracy.
• Aptitude for improving systems and processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Enjoys learning new skills and wants to lend a hand where needed.

Perks and Benefits

• Part-time (24 hrs/week) or full-time (40 hrs/week) with scheduling flexibility.
• Wage range between $24 – $27 per hour (based on experience and skills).
• Positive and friendly environment.
• Extended health care package included.
• Professional development support.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing basic accounting procedures (such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, time billing, payroll, general ledger, and tax payments).
• Providing information for financial statements (such as monthly and quarterly financial reports, and monthly forecasts summarizing current and projected financial position).
• Reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Communicating with churches regarding insurance and finance resources.
• Providing other accounting assistance and support as requested.
• Liaise with Group Licenses and inventory churches annually for CCLI, etc.
• Keep Church directory current and ready for print annually.

Core Competencies

The Bookkeeper Administrative Assistant will possess the following:

• People Focus (Staff, Board members, churches, and their leadership).
• Contributes to the team unity and builds confidence in the Conference by:
  • being friendly, unbiased, caring, and responsible.
  • modelling Christ-like service.
  • speaks and acts respectfully.
• Interpersonal Skills.
• In-depth knowledge of financial, bookkeeping, and accounting best practices.
• Honest, dependable, punctual, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Supports BCMB values and upholds Anabaptist principles.

 

Timeline

Anticipated start time is April 1^st but would appreciate earlier start to interface with outgoing bookkeeper.