Financial and Accounting Clerk

Farm Radio International; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization dedicated to empowering small-scale farmers is seeking a dynamic finance professional to join their team. This full-time role involves processing invoices and supporting the finance department in various tasks. With a commitment to social equity, this organization values diverse candidates and encourages applications from women and people of color. Join a passionate team that leverages the power of radio to fight poverty and food insecurity across Africa. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in the finance sector while contributing to a noble cause, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• College level training in finance or accounting or equivalent work experience is required.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices for consultants and vendors.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Google suite of products

Microsoft GP

Written and oral communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

College level training in finance or accounting

Equivalent work experience

Job description

LOCATION: Ottawa, Ontario (Remote work during office closure)

REPORTING TO: Finance Manager

START DATE: Immediate

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT

Farm Radio International (FRI) is a Canadian organisation that has been working since 1979 to harness the power of radio to meet the needs of small-scale farmers. We work with more than 1,000 radio organizations located in more than 40 African countries to fight poverty and food insecurity. With the benefit of FRI resources and training, our broadcasting partners deliver practical, relevant, and timely information to tens of millions of farmers, including women farmers. We also work with a range of partners to implement radio projects that address specific development challenges and community needs. For more information on FRI, please see our website – https://farmradio.org.

Currently, we are looking for a qualified and dynamic individual to join the Finance team on a full-time basis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Process invoices for Consultants and vendors
2. Other job-related duties as required

EDUCATION

College level training in finance or accounting; or equivalent work experience

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word); Google suite of products, Microsoft GP

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Good written and oral skills in English (French is an asset)

Excellent organizational skills

APPLICATIONS

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your CV to [e-mail].

Farm Radio is an affirmative action employer. Women, people of colour and members of equity-seeking communities are strongly encouraged to apply. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities and accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

START DATE: 10/14/2021