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Accounts Clerk

Reporting to the Manager of Accounting and Administration, the incumbent will be responsible for various accounting and administrative support tasks within the Finance Department.

If you are organized, meticulous and have an analytical mind, we would be delighted to meet you.

Job

Permanent, full-time position, office-based – Downtown Montreal (McGill metro station)

Schedule

37.5 hours per week (fixed schedule from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

Language

Bilingual proficiency (French/English) mandatory

Main Responsibilities

  • Perform general accounting tasks, including entering financial data into the accounting system.
  • Enter invoices and initiate accounts payable payments.
  • Prepare, balance, and process bank deposits and update the deposit register.
  • Investigate NSF (non-sufficient funds) cheques and make necessary adjustments.
  • Assist with bank reconciliations.
  • Support the team in month-end closings and the year-end audit.
  • Help prepare official donation receipts.
  • Provide general administrative support to the Finance Department.

Requirements

  • Diploma of Vocational Studies, Attestation of Collegial Studies, or Diploma of Collegial Studies in accounting, administration, or related field
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in a similar role
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, Planner)
  • Knowledge of Blackbaud software (Raiser’s Edge and Financial Edge) (an asset)
  • Understanding of accounting principles for charitable organizations (an asset)
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Qualifications and abilities

  • Demonstrates attention to detail and accuracy
  • Shows integrity, discretion and respect
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity and change
  • Excellent command of spoken and written French and proficiency in English

To apply

Please send your cover letter and CV to RH-HR@src-crs.ca, including the job title in the subject line of your email.

The CRS values diversity and inclusion and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all candidates for their interest.

Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary, hybrid and flexible remote work policy (depending on the position)

Well-Being and Quality of Life

Concrete measures to support work-life balance, including a summer schedule

Health and Wellness

Group insurance (medical and dental) and employee assistance program with access to telemedicine

Professional Development

Opportunities for training and career growth

Retirement Planning

Group RRSP to help you plan for your future

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