We are excited to have a Business Support opportunity available mid-August 2024.
Lethbridge School Division is looking for an energetic professional to work in a fast paced high school office. Lethbridge School Division, embraces diversity and functions in a dynamic, innovative and fast paced environment.
Business Support positions are responsible for the accounting, budget, purchasing and inventory control functions. The Business Support will perform other duties of a financial nature as it fits within the school context. Work at this level differs from other positions performing similar work by the greater scope of responsibilities in relation to budget preparation, the greater variety of factors that impact the financial operations of the school and multi-faceted nature of the school programs. This results in a greater analytical, problem solving and monitoring role. Positions at this level also function in an expert/advisory role to administrative staff within their area of responsibility.
This position works directly with school support staff, administrative staff and with Division Office staff. The Business Support contacts extend to vendors, parents and service providers and involve resolving problems, explaining requirements and obtaining information.
What will you work?
35 hours per week
Approximate schedule:
Monday - Thursday: 7:30 am - 3:25 pm & Friday: 7:40am - 1:00 pm
What do you need to succeed?
- Have a history of building and cultivating positive culture
- Have a strong understanding of internal control procedures that will assist administration and the candidate charged with financial responsibilities to ensure proper financial procedures are in place to safeguard the Division's assets and safeguard all employees who have responsibility for performing or monitoring financial transactions
- Have expertise with various software programs including SchoolCash Online accounting software, PowerSchool, ADW/Atrieve financial packages in addition to Microsoft Office programs
- Have excellent communication skills
- Have the ability to work independently and collaboratively, including supports to the Parent Association
- Sound decision making skills
- Efficiently prioritize and complete work activities
- Have a strong understanding and commitment towards our school's philosophy
- Have a history of positive interactions with students and staff
- Have a history of advocacy for community involvement in the school
- Have a history demonstrating the ability to contribute to the positive climate of the school
- Have a history of being a committed team member at both the school and division level
- Possess a demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning
We are looking for experience in performing the following:
- Specialized knowledge of accounting principles and school practices
- Strong computer skills with particular knowledge in accounting software in order to develop and implement record keeping and prepare various standard and specialized financial reports
- Knowledgeable of current standard accounting practices
**Candidates may be tested for computer proficiency
Lethbridge Collegiate Institute endeavors to provide a safe, supportive and challenging learning environment with a diverse academic program as well as many choices for athletics and fine arts. LCI partners with the University of Lethbridge to offer Dual Credit courses. LCI serves a student population of just over 1600 students. At LCI, the staff strive to maximize individual potential and wherever possible endeavor to link students with community and industry in preparation for life after graduation. For more information about LCI, please visit the school's website at https://lci.lethsd.ab.ca/
Please note that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted regarding an interview.
Requirements
Education and Experience Required:
- Proof of Grade 12 or General Educational Development (GED). Education received outside of Canada will require a Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) confirming high school or post secondary equivalencies.
- Post-secondary diploma in accounting and business administration with some related experience.
- Combination of education and experience.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
In order to ensure and maintain a safe and secure working and learning environment, applicants new to Lethbridge School
Division who are offered employment must provide:
- A police information check; including Vulnerable Sector Check from Police Services or an RCMP detachment that does not have any charges or convictions.
- A satisfactory Intervention Record Check from South Region Alberta Child and Family Services.
- Proof of photo identification, may be a valid driver's licence, provincial identification card as issued by a licensed government registry office, valid passport or Nexus card. If one cannot be provided, a new card must be obtained and proof of application provided within three days of hire.
- Documentation of a valid Social Insurance Number in the employee's legal name. If valid Social Insurance documentation in the current legal name can not be provided, the successful candidate will be required to obtain a new one within three days of hire.
Benefits
The hourly rate ranges from $26.52 - $27.75/hour depending on experience.
Lethbridge School Division prides itself on supporting and promoting the wellness of our employees through our diverse benefit plan for you and your family to access. Some of the amazing benefits included are:
- 100% employer paid premiums for health care.
- Health Spending Account (HSA).
- Free 24/7 access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP). This includes but is not limited to:
- Lifestyle and specialty counselling (Health, Life Balance and Career).
- Competitive retirement plan.
- Discount at a variety of local fitness facilities within Lethbridge.
This is a purposeful and rewarding career that helps make a difference in students lives!
Posting will remain open until 10:00 AM, May 15, 2024.