Taking care of our environment has never been more important than it is today. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is looking for an Assistant, Finance to join a team committed to protecting our most important natural areas and the plants and animals they sustain.

NCC is the nation’s leading not-for-profit, private land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962, we have brought Canadians together to conserve and restore more than 15 million hectares. NCC takes a collaborative, science-based approach to achieve conservation success for the sake of nature and Canadians. With a national office in Toronto and seven regional offices across the country, NCC delivers results you can walk on.

Position Summary

The role of a Finance Assistant is to support financial operations within an operating unit by managing and processing various financial transactions, including invoices, expenses, and donations. They ensure accurate data entry, compliance with financial policies and procedures, and timely communication with internal stakeholders. The Finance Assistant plays a crucial role in maintaining financial records, supporting budgeting, and reporting activities, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the Finance team, you will be responsible for:

Responsible for efficiently processing invoices and expenses, ensuring accurate coding, proper documentation, and adherence to payment schedules. Verifiy and record expenses, reconcile accounts, and maintain records for audit purposes;
Process in a timely manner the funds received by the operating unit, including grants, donations, and other sources of income and maintain tracking systems to monitor revenue streams;
Maintain operating unit specific tracking systems to monitor various expenses and revenues specific to the operating units;
update and reconcile financial data, generate reports, and provide insights for decision-making and financial analysis;
Train, Guide and Support new staff members in navigating finance-related processes, systems and ensuring that all staff members within the operating unit understand and adhere to financial policies and protocols.

The Finance Assistant will report to the Regional Controller and will work closely with the Operating Unit Staff.

Position Requirements

Certificate in Accounting and/or 1-3 years of experience in accounting or finance;
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Suite;
Effective prioritization abilities to consistently meet deadlines
Exceptional attention to details;
Quick analytical and problem solving skills, demonstrating a proactive approach
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills;
Flexibility, reliability, self-motivation, and ability to work independently;
Committed to the mission and values of NCC.

How To Apply

NCC is an equal opportunity employer. If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your cover letter, resume and salary expectations through our Career Centre .

Application Deadline

September 20, 2024 | 11:59pm EST, 9:59pm Mountain Time, 8:59pm Pacific Time, 10:50pm CST, 00:59 am +1 AST

NCC hires based on merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We strive for bold conservation achievements in which equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are the norm. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. NCC implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, contact us by email at hr@natureconservancy.ca to make any required arrangements. If you have questions regarding accessible employment at NCC, please email us at hr@natureconservancy.ca

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