Job Description

Position Term:

January 1 - March 31, 2025 (3 months)

Hours per Week:

20-35

Location:

Hybrid - Edmonton, Alberta

This is a fixed-term contract position supported by external funding. The contract will run from

January to March 2025

, with the possibility of extension based on performance and available funding.

About Us

NAT (the Network for Applied Technology, formerly NeurAlbertaTech) is a nonprofit organization that fosters learning, collaboration, and innovation through technology. Our programs help students and early-career professionals use emerging tools to address real-world challenges.

Founded by students in 2019, NAT has engaged thousands of participants through hackathons, workshops, and partnerships across Canada and beyond.

Position Overview

The Accounting Associate supports NAT's financial operations by maintaining accurate records, tracking expenses, and assisting with budgeting and reporting. This role is ideal for a student interested in accounting, finance, or nonprofit administration who wants hands-on experience managing real-world financial systems.

You'll work closely with the Finance & Administration team to ensure smooth day-to-day processes, transparency, and compliance. The role offers opportunities to build technical and organizational skills while contributing to a growing nonprofit.

This position is contingent on funding through the TECHNATION Career Ready Program.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Recordkeeping

Record and categorize daily transactions and reimbursements Maintain organized digital records for all financial activity Support monthly reconciliations and reporting

Budgeting & Reporting

Help prepare expense summaries and budget trackers Assist with financial data analysis for grants and events Support the preparation of reports for management and funders

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Track invoices, payments, and reimbursements Communicate with vendors, staff, and partners regarding payment status Help ensure timely processing and accurate documentation

Process Development & Compliance

Contribute to improving internal finance procedures and templates Support compliance with funding and wage subsidy requirements Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in all financial matters

Skills & Competencies

Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy Clear written and verbal communication Organized, reliable, and self-motivated Comfortable working with spreadsheets and financial software Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Tools and Technologies

Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive) QuickBooks Desktop (training provided) Gmail, Slack, Google Meet

QualificationsRequired

Experience with basic bookkeeping or financial recordkeeping Strong spreadsheet and data entry skills Interest in accounting, finance, or nonprofit administration

Preferred

Familiarity with QuickBooks Understanding of budgets and/or grant reporting Experience working in an administrative or finance support role

Working Conditions

This is a hybrid position based in Edmonton. The student is expected to work in person 1-2 days per week and be available for key project milestones.

Eligibility Requirements

Due to funding requirements, to be eligible, applicants must:

Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or refugee. Be enrolled in a post-secondary institution at the time of application and remain enrolled for at least the first thirty days of the internship.

Please ensure you meet all eligibility requirements before applying.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 35 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Flexible schedule Work from home
Application question(s):

IMPORTANT: ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
This position is funded through the TECHNATION Career Ready program. To be eligible, applicants must:

- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee status (not an international student or on a work permit)
- Be enrolled in an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution at time of application

Please ensure you meet all eligibility requirements before applying.

Experience:

Accounting: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person