Position Description

Reports To: Executive Director

Part-time or Full-time: 25-35 hrs/week

Travel: Some travel required

Compensation: Based on experience, skillset - Band 1 Admin

Benefits Included: Yes. Comprehensive benefits package including GRSP with employer match up to 5% of salary. 3 weeks vacation, plus 1 - 2 weeks shut-down over Christmas.

Are you ready to be part of something truly remarkable? At Awana, we're on a mission to make a lasting impact by empowering children and youth to know, love, and serve the Lord Jesus Christ. And we want you to join us in this important work!

As a member of our team, you'll play a vital role in bringing our vision to life. We're looking for individuals who are passionate about living for the Lord and representing Him well in everything they do. You'll have the opportunity to work with amazing people who share your values and work tirelessly to provide exceptional resources, support, and service to our partnered churches and fellow team members.

Awana International Canada (AIC) - Our mission is to equip church leaders and parents with biblical, relevant and easy to use discipleship programs so that they can reach kids through long-term relational discipleship.

We need team players who are adaptable and willing to learn new tasks as they arise. A "can-do" attitude is essential, as our roles may change depending on the season and ministry needs. Our team is not only hardworking but also a lot of fun. We strive for excellence in all tasks and celebrate our successes together.

If you're ready for an exciting opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself, we want to hear from you! Join us at Awana, where you can make a meaningful impact and grow both personally and professionally.

Our team members are - Humble, Hungry and Smart

The primary purpose of this role is to contribute to the accounting/financial activities of Awana Canada and to the overall support and enhance the functioning of the Finance Department. This person will also be responsible for some customer interactions and administrative support as required. The Bookkeeper position reports to the Finance Manager and Director of Operations.

Major Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records
• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Payroll
• Daily financial entries and reconciliations
• Process monthly expenses
• Manage intercompany transfers and wire transfers
• Audit prep
• Taxation and receipting
• Catalogue review and support
• Answer incoming calls and work with customers through account inquiries and invoice payments or adjustments.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Experience working as a bookkeeper 3+ years
• Experience interfacing with customers and a good understanding of customers in a ministry environment
• An asset would be to have a familiarity with a church/mission-based/para-church organization or with experience in the charitable sector
• Basic understanding of CCCC’s and CRA regulations and reporting requirements
• Knowledge and experience in Payroll Accounting (ADP) would be a great asset to have for this position
• Able to manage rapidly shifting priorities
• QBO experience is an definate asset
• Stripe - WooCommerce - ADP Also considered an asset

Hours and Office

• In office or remote options
• Office hours are Monday through Friday 9-4

All applicants should send their cover and resume to opportunities@awanacanada.ca.

Awana International Canada is an equal opportunity employer and accepts all resumes for review. Once the review is complete, we will contact applicants that we feel fit the needs of the ministry. Not all applicants will receive a response but we do appreciate the submissions.