Job Description

JOB DETAILS

Job Title:

Accounting Specialist

Status:

Full-time | Permanent

FTE:

1.0 (40 hours/week)

Vacancies:

1

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location:

The Newly Institute Calgary, Alberta (2303 4 Street SW, Calgary, Alberta T2S 2S7)

ABOUT THE NEWLY INSTITUTE

The Newly Institute was founded to provide long-lasting change within the mental health industry, our community, and with our clients. We are leading a paradigm shift in the Canadian healthcare system by building a network of purpose-built mental health clinics across Canada. By fusing a bio-psycho-social-spiritual treatment model with medically managed therapies, our intensive outpatient programs provide rapid access, rapid resolution, rapid return to work, and healthy lifestyle programs for anxiety, depression, addiction, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma, and chronic pain.





We now have an exciting opportunity for an Accounting Specialist to join our corporate team.

TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE

You'll work as a valued member of a collaborative, supportive team and contribute to a growing and dynamic organization. Our total rewards package includes:


Competitive salary Four weeks annual vacation Eight paid annual wellness days Comprehensive group benefits Employer-paid health and dental benefit premiums Health & wellness spending account Career and professional development opportunities

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Reporting to the Senior VP, Corporate Services, the Accounting Specialist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organization, with a focus on accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll support. This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and compliance in all financial transactions while providing reliable support to the business. This role also conducts administrative tasks in support on the accounting function. This role is a key part of our dynamic corporate team and reflects our core values of communication, community, excellence, health, and innovation

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Full cycle accounting


Manage and execute all accounting functions, including journal entries and account reconciliations Manage and process accounts payable and accounts receivable Preparation of wire, cheque and EFT payments Manage and complete bank and general ledger reconciliations Perform month-end closings Track fixed assets and maintain fixed asset continuity schedule Prepare the trial balance Track and maintain continuity schedules for Lease accounting (IFRS 16) and record appropriate quarterly journal entries

Financial analytics


Prepare, and analyze monthly and quarterly reporting for management Prepare, analyze and interpret monthly budget to actual variance analysis Review AP aged summary to identify any unusual activity or errors in bookkeeping Review and prepare AR aged summary for cash flow analysis

Administration


Respond to internal and external inquiries related to invoices and payments. Support audit and/or review engagements by assisting in providing information and schedules for auditors

Other responsibilities related to the role and scope of work may be assigned

WHAT YOU BRING

Experience

4+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting and bookkeeping with a solid understanding of basic accounting principles Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy and organizational skills. Proficient with cloud-based accounting software.

Education

Post-secondary certificate or diploma in Bookkeeping, General Accounting, Finance or a related field is required Working towards or achievement of the CPA designation is an asset

Technical Competences

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite, SharePoint and QuickBooks are required. Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems is an asset.

Background Check

Offers are conditional, subject to employment reference checks, credit check and a clear police background check.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

We actively protect our diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where we are empowered to show up as their authentic selves. We welcome applicants of all races, colours, places of origin, ancestries, religious beliefs, genders/gender identities/gender expressions, sexual orientations, ages, sources of income, family status, and physical and mental disabilities. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered, and decisions are merit-based.

ACCESSIBILITY

The Newly Institute welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities or those seeking accommodation based on any other protected ground. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please email careers@thenewly.ca.

APPLICATION CLOSING

The posting will remain open until the role is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.