Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Location: Bowness Community Association

Job Type: Part-time

Estimated Hours per Week: 18-20

Reports To: Executive Director

Anticipated Start Date: July 15th 2026

Position Summary

The Bowness Community Association is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accountant to support the financial operations of the Association. This role is responsible for full-cycle accounting, payroll, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and providing administrative support to community programs and office operations. This is a permanent part-time position requiring approximately 18–20 hours per week, with additional hours required during year-end, audit preparation and budget season.

Responsibilities Financial Administration

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Complete bank deposits.
• Record deposits and financial transactions in Sage50.
• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements monthly.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for the Treasurer and Board.
• Reconcile deferred revenue accounts
• Reconcile online payment transactions with registration systems.
• Prepare annual GST returns and quarterly installments.
• Monitor cash flow and coordinate short-term investments (GICs) as appropriate.

Payroll & Government Reporting

• Process semi-monthly payroll using Dayforce/Powerpay.
• Calculate and remit RRSP and benefit payments
• Administer HSA plan
• File annual WCB return

Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Assist in preparation of the Association's annual operating budget.
• Support budgeting for individual programs and projects
• Assist with audit preparation and provide supporting documentation as required.

Regulatory Compliance & Grant Administration

• Annual Not-for-profit returns (T2 and T1044)
• Alberta Society Annual Return
• AGLC licensing renewal
• Casino financial reports
• Coordinate casino applications, including selecting locations and arranging advisors.
• Collaborate with other staff for grant applications.
• Complete grant reporting requirements for awarded funding.

Operational Support

• Attend monthly finance meetings and other board or committee meetings as required.
• Prepare managerial reports as requested by the Executive Director and other BCA staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills Required

• Experience with full-cycle accounting and GAPP as it applies to ASNPO
• A diploma/degree in Accounting is considered an asset; preference will be given to those actively pursuing their CPA designation.
• Ability to analyze financial data effectively and prepare clear reports
• Proficiency in Sage50, Microsoft Excel, and Google Workspace.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to identify issues and take initiative to resolve problems.
• Criminal and Vulnerable Sector search will be required

Preferred

• Experience working in a non-profit organization.
• Familiarity with online registration and payment systems.
• Knowledge of government non-profit reporting requirements, payroll legislation, and grant administration.
• Familiarity with community recreation programming.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• A cover letter and current resume outlining your qualifications and experience to the Executive Director, Molly MacRae at ***email_hidden***. We thank everyone for your applications. No phone calls please.