FAIM (The Foothills Advocacy in Motion Society) is a Not-for-Profit organization committed to supporting adults with developmental disabilities on their journey to an enriching and fulfilling life. FAIM’s goal and purpose is to assist in the integration of persons with disabilities into existing social and economic structures.
FAIM provides client services to four (4) locations across southern Alberta, expanding the need for accounting personnel in its administration office located in High River, AB.
Job Title – Accounting Clerk
Office Hours – Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Hours of Work – Flexible 30-hour week
Salary Range – $24.00 to $27.00 per hour
Benefits – Medical, Dental, LTD, AD& D & Life
Reports to – Director of Finance
Closing date – August 8, 2025
Start date – September 22, 2025
Job Overview
The administration office oversees a number of departmental areas to assist with the overall running of the day-to-day operations for several branches in the organization. The role of the Accounting Clerk is to maintain financial records, run reports, and recording a wide range of accounting transactions, along with other tasks to support management in financial related matters. The Accounting Clerk will report directly to the Director of Finance and work cooperatively with the FAIM Accounting and Administrative Team.
Education/Experience
- Minimum five (5) years related education and accounting experience
- Knowledge of Sage financial suite is considered an asset
- Demonstrated competence in multi-tasking
- Outstanding time management and organization skills
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Computer literacy skills in Microsoft Office is a must
Responsibilities and Tasks
There are a wide variety of tasks within the role as an Accounting Clerk, working alongside the administration team to support the administration and financial operations of the organization.
Job responsibilities and tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Accounts Payable & Expenses review, entry and payment
- Bank deposits and payments reconciliation
- Capital Assets including amortization schedules
- Insurance and vehicle registration tracking and renewals
- Payroll Administration would be considered an asset
- Management of General Inquiries, Reception sharing and Mail
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies
- Other job-related duties as assigned and shared with Accounting Team
Send resumes to:
Sheryl Morrison, Director of Finance
Foothills Advocacy in Motion Society
sheryl@faims.org
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $24.00-$27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-08-08
Expected start date: 2025-09-22