Accounting Specialist - 0926

The Family Centre of Northern Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Health Spending Account

RRSP matching

Ongoing paid training

Agency-wide social events

Employee Support Groups

Job summary

The Family Centre of Northern Alberta is seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to manage accounts payable and receivable, perform reconciliations, and support the finance team in a not-for-profit environment.

You will ensure accurate coding, timely processing of invoices and payments, and assist with month-end processes while upholding internal controls and ethical standards. This full-time role is office-based and offers robust benefits and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience (AP/AR).
• Experience with reconciliations and month-end close is required.
• Knowledge of Canadian GAAP and ASNPO is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day financial transactions including invoices and payments.
• Process vendor invoices, expenses, and payment requests with proper coding.
• Perform reconciliations, variance analysis, and journal entries.
• Assist with month-end/year-end close and related reporting.

Skills

Mathematical aptitude

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Sage Intacct

SAP Ariba

Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

The Family Centre is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Accounting Specialist with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. As a proactive self-starter with analytical curiosity, you are passionate about driving impact and contributing to a cause larger than yourself by ensuring the organization is well-positioned for success. The Family Centre is focused on Trauma-Informed Care for both our communities and staff teams, providing services based on research and evidence-based practices. We encourage employees to bring their authentic self to work in our diverse and inclusive environment. The organization is committed to Indigenous ceremony and practice and welcomes knowledge of ceremony and lived experience. Our culture is focused on providing a safe and supportive workplace including paid training, excellent benefits, a wellness program, and much more.

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Accounting Specialist supports the day-to-day financial operations of The Family Centre with a focus on accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, in addition to performing reconciliations, variance analysis, and assisting with special projects within the finance department. The Accounting Specialist plays a vital role in the financial administration of our ohpikîhakan Foster Care program, which includes supporting and educating caregivers on expense requirements as well as liaising with program leadership.

You take pride in your mathematical aptitude, advanced knowledge of information systems, and proficient verbal and written communication skills. You are dedicated to maintaining financial system integrity through adherence to internal controls, ethical behavior, and professional conduct. You demonstrate exceptional problem solving skills and bring the ability to innovate and identify process efficiencies. You value collaboration and contributing to a high-functioning dynamic team but can also work independently and take initiative.

This is a full-time, permanent position of 36.5 hours per week and is based in office.

• Performing day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, computing, classifying, coding, and posting invoices and payments
• Preparing monthly invoices and backup for multiple service contracts based on purchase order, customer requirements, and contract terms
• Processing and recording vendor invoices, employee expenses, and payment requests, ensuring proper coding and authorization
• Developing a working understanding of various funding contract requirements, including funding structures, program budgets, provincial caregiver reimbursement guidelines, foster caregiver per diem rates, and applicable reporting requirements related to invoicing
• Researching and responding to inquiries from customers, vendors, caregivers, or internal stakeholders in a timely manner
• Maintaining vendor, customer, and service contract billing information
• Following up on A/R and A/P Aging balances on a monthly basis
• Preparing and processing journal entries to ensure proper recording of all transactions
• Assisting in month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals and reconciliations
• Updating accounting procedure manuals; maintaining organized and accurate documentation and files
• Supporting with other administrative needs as they arise to ensure we are successful in achieving department and organization goals

What you will bring to the role:

• Degree in Accounting, Business or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience working in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and performing detailed reconciliations
• Experience running a full-cycle payroll is considered an asset
• Solid understanding of financial and management accounting principles in accordance with Canadian GAAP and ASNPO
• Advanced skill in Microsoft Excel and Google applications (Gmail, Docs, Drive, Sheets) with adaptability to learn new software and applications as required
• High aptitude for navigating multiple segregated systems with proficiency in using accounting systems
• Experience using Sage Intacct or SAP Ariba systems are considered assets
• High EQ and a fearlessly empathetic approach to collaboration
• Experience working in a not-for-profit, charitable, or human services organization is considered an asset

Background Check Process & Requirements:

• As a part of the selection process, The Family Centre will conduct reference checks with your most recent employers
• Police Information Check (completed within the last 6 months)
• Child Intervention Records Check (completed within the last 6 months)

What you can expect:

Training – comprehensive onboarding/orientation process which includes service specific, leading-edge training, and agency-wide core training

Feedback – a strong reflective supervision model that provides regular formal and informal opportunities for feedback

Performance Coaching – formal and informal coaching regarding the development of personal and professional growth and development

Reasonable Accommodation – The Family Centre will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee

Compensation – Our comprehensive compensation package offered to employees reflects a strong commitment to employee wellbeing and is competitive within the marketplace.

• Starting salary range of $60,624 to $66,421 per annum, commensurate with level of education and experience
• Fully paid Group Benefit Plan
• Health Spending Account
• RRSP matching
• Ongoing paid training
• Agency-wide social events
• Employee Support Groups

Closing Date: September 21, 2026

The Family Centre acknowledges that our work takes place on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting ground, gathering place, and traveling route for the nehiyaw (Cree), Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Dene, and Nakota (Stoney).

Through our support of an Indigenous way of being and seeking towards being wichitasowak (people who are helping), the Family Centre acknowledges all the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps continue to enrich these lands.

The Family Centre thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.