We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented part-time Financial Administrator to join our team and to work alongside our current Financial Administrator. This role is vital in ensuring the financial health of our school, managing budgets, overseeing accounting processes, and maintaining financial integrity in alignment with our Christian values. This part-time position will begin immediately and will start with one day a week and then potentially grow. The preferred candidate will have a love for Christian education along with the following:

• demonstrate alignment with the school’s mission and policies
• attention to detail and strong organizational and communication skills
• experience in all aspects of the accounting cycle, including payroll and financial reporting
• knowledge of CRA regulations regarding charities
• experience with budget preparation and oversight
• Participate as a member of the Finance Committee which meets 6 to 8 times per year
• Maintain accurate up-to-date financial records using Quickbooks, Excel spreadsheets, and other financial software
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, tuition payments, and bank deposits
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and statements monthly
• Prepare and track charitable donation receipts in accordance with Canadian nonprofit standards
• Lead the development of the annual operating budget in collaboration with the principal and relevant committees
• Monitor the budget performance throughout the year and provide financial forecasting 
• Prepare quarterly, and annual financial statements for the Financial Committee
• Assist in preparation for the annual audit/review engagement
• Administer tuition billing and payment plans
• Maintain records required for government reporting and ensure filings are completed on time
• discretion to deal with confidential information

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Starts immediately
• Part-time
• 8 hour shift
• Potential for more hours
• No weekends
• Finance Committee meetings- 6 to 8 evenings annually

Compensation

• Starts at $30 an hour.

Please send a cover letter, resume, and one page statement of faith to linda.delean@smithvillechristian.ca.