Finance Specialist

Employee Type:

Permanent

Become a changemaker with Islamic Relief Canada! Join our team and work towards our mission to mobilize Canadians to transform more lives around the world in the most trusted manner.

About the Department:

The Finance Department at Islamic Relief Canada is a dynamic and integral part of our organization, dedicated to managing and optimizing our financial resources to support our mission of providing relief and development. Our team is committed to ensuring the highest standards of financial accountability, transparency, and efficiency.  We handle a wide range of financial activities, including donation revenue management, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.  By joining our finance team, you will be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions directly impact the effectiveness and reach of our humanitarian efforts

Job Purpose:

We are looking for an ambitious experienced Accountant to provide support to the financial department by managing daily accounting tasks. You will be part of a team of professionals working to maintain order and transparency for Islamic Relief Canada’s finances.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Donation Revenue Management:

  • Record and reconcile donation revenues accurately and in a timely manner.

  • Work closely with the development team to ensure all donations are properly documented and categorized.

  • Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner

• Financial Data Accuracy:

  • Maintain the accuracy and integrity of financial data in the organization's accounting system.

  • Perform regular reconciliations of accounts related to donation revenues.

  • Collaborate with other departments to resolve discrepancies and ensure consistency in financial reporting.

  •  Accounts Payable and Employee Reimbursement  Management:

  • Prepare and execute weekly payment runs, including wires, EFTs, cheques, and reimbursements.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records and ensure timely payment of vendor invoices and resolve any discrepancies.

  • Process and review credit card transactions for accuracy and proper documentation.

  • Reconcile monthly credit card statements and address any discrepancies.

  • Assist employees with credit card issues and provide guidance on proper usage and reporting

• Transaction Management:

  • Manage high volumes of financial transactions efficiently and accurately.

  • Process, review, and reconcile transactions related to donations, grants, and other revenue streams.

• Compliance:

  • Ensure compliance with donor restrictions and reporting requirements.

  • Assist in the preparation of documentation for external audits and reviews.

  • Ensure compliance with non-profit standards, rules, regulations, and systems of internal control

Qualifications & Competencies:

• Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

  • 2-4 years of relevant accounting/finance experience

  • Demonstrate intermediate to advanced skills and knowledge of Excel, as well as other Microsoft Office applications

  • Experience in preparing detailed financial documents

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Highly detail-oriented

  • Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across the organization

  • Good with numbers and figures and an analytical acumen

  • Strong problem solving skills

  • Understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices

  • Well-organized, and able to work well in a team environment

  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Hybrid Work Policy: 
IRC has a hybrid model where in-office requirements are based on distance from our Burlington headquarters or a regional office (Surrey, Edmonton, Calgary and Ottawa). Depending on where you live, this can range from two days a week to one day a month.  

 

Commitment to Accessibility: 
Islamic Relief Canada is committed to providing inclusive employment opportunities. Accommodation requests are invited at all stages of IRC recruitment, hiring, and employment processes. We make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations in a timely manner. If you have any accommodation requests or questions regarding the hiring process, contact us at careers@islamicreliefcanada.org or 1-855-377-4673. 

Starting Salary:

$60,000.00

Please note: The posted starting salary is intended to provide potential candidates with a general understanding of the compensation associated with the position. The actual salary offered will start at this figure, with adjustments possible based on individual qualifications and other relevant factors.