Job Description

Accounting Manager Alberta Hotel and Lodging Association, T6X 0P7 This is a full-time, permanent position based on a 37.5 hour work week. The position will work regular office hours, with an occasional need to work outside business hours, from the AHLA’s office in Edmonton. Who are you? You’re a skilled accounting professional, looking for a progressive, mission focused organization to grow your accounting experience. You want a challenging and engaging role where you can use your accounting skills to make a big impact on a provincial association that represents and serves many businesses. We have just the opportunity you’re looking for. Who are we? We’re the Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the voice of Alberta hotels. We bring together Alberta hotels to help our members prosper. Our advocacy work protects and promotes the interests of our members with regard to legislation, policy, and regulations that affect Alberta’s tourism and hospitality industry. Our cost savings programs provide added value to members and improve the quality of hotel operations. Our health & safety programming provides current and relevant training and resources for the industry as a whole. We’ve been around for over a century, and a large part of our success comes down to our service-oriented, collaborative, and innovative team. We’re looking for a talented and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee our full-cycle accounting processes. That’s where you come in. Accounting Manager You’ll lead our accounting team to oversee full-cycle accounting and financial reporting for our organization and the other entities we support. You will own your role, supporting our Director of Finance, and anticipating the functions and reporting required for us to successfully deliver on our core purpose. Your responsibilities will include:

• Effectively leads and manages the Accounting team;
• Meets operational and regulatory filing deadlines, ensuring accuracy;
• Works collaboratively with all other functional areas to maximize operational effectiveness and stewardship;

• Overall responsibility for accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of financial reporting for the AHLA and related entities;
• Supervises the organization’s payroll functions;
• Effectively manages supporting documentation for financial data, including period-end working papers and reconciliations;
• Provides timely and relevant analysis on any variances, issues or risks to support strong financial management;

• Facilitates grant reporting in accordance with the terms of the grant & funding agreements;
• Sets up and coordinates the annual budget process;
• Manages the annual audit process;
• Recommends and implements processes to enhance the Accounting team’s workflow and data integrity across the organization;

You’re forward-thinking, a great communicator, and work collaboratively with staff, members, and stakeholders. As a small team, we’re all hands-on-deck, meaning there will be plenty of learning opportunities, variety, and a chance to evolve within your role. While strong accounting experience is required for this role, what’s equally important is who you are. You’ll be a great fit for this role if you are:

• A problem-solver – you’re proactive, can find problems or opportunities before they arise, bring ideas forward, and are interested in finding better ways of working. You have an analytical mind and enjoy solving complex problems.
• A strong communicator – you always get your message across clearly, whether through an email or in-person conversations with members, staff, and others.
• Accountable –you effectively manage your team to provide timely and accurate financial data and reporting. You ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance with regulations.
• Organized– you know how to be resourceful and manage competing priorities to meet deadlines effectively.
• Motivate – you keep your team engaged and energized to get the best results.

This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic, mission-driven organization making a real difference. If you’re ready to embrace your next challenge with us, then keep reading! Working with the AHLA We’re a close-knit, collaborative group of people committed to providing the best service and value to our members. Some of our team members have been with us for 5, 10, and even 20 years, which we think says a lot. All of us embrace our 5 Core Values:

• We live with Integrity – We choose to do the right thing, even when it’s hard.

• We take pride in Serving – Service is an attitude. It’s about doing your best, in whatever job you’ve been given to do.

• We embrace Challenge – If you prefer a job that is familiar with repetitive tasks and little disruption, then working at the AHLA is probably not for you.

• We are Stewards – Each of us has a duty to protect the reputation and assets that our members have entrusted to the association, demonstrating our value of Stewardship.

• We have Fun – If you want to work for us, bring your passion and enthusiasm, and prepare to have some fun!

In 2018, the AHLA implemented the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to help us better execute on our vision and instilling clear focus, discipline and accountability throughout our organization. The EOS tools help our team work with greater clarity and consistently achieve better results. Qualifications

• Experience with full-cycle accounting processes and strong knowledge of accounting principles, and Canadian payroll
• Experience in a supervisory role
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Experience coordinating with multiple entities and managing multiple projects
• Intermediate to advanced level of skill with Microsoft Excel, with experience using Excel for the purpose of accounting (including use of formulas, functions, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)
• Experience with Microsoft Navision and Microsoft Dynamics 365 and/or a similar financial system and CRM
• Experience with Jet Reports and/or similar reporting and BI software solutions
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in accounting
• Experience working in a not-for-profit association (an asset)
• Professional accounting designation (in progress or completed) (an asset)

Compensation

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Excellent vacation plan.
• Health, medical, and dental benefits.
• Retirement savings plan.
• People-centered, positive work culture in a creative and entrepreneurial environment.

The AHLA is an equal opportunity employer. Any applicant that meets the qualifications above is encouraged to apply. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada, and be able to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19. To apply, please upload a resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining your suitability for the position to Sandra Schweitzer, Director of Finance.