Accounting Coordinator

New Brunswick Medical Society

Full-time Position

Position Overview

Based in Fredericton, the New Brunswick Medical Society (NBMS) is the voice of the medical profession in New Brunswick, providing province-wide representation and advocacy for all physicians. As the provincial division of the Canadian Medical Association, the NBMS exists to represent physicians and advocate for the health of New Brunswickers.

Reporting to the Assistant Manager of Finance, the Accounting Coordinator acts as a point of contact for the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and external parties, such as vendors, and clients. In addition to understanding accounting principles, the Accounting Coordinator is ethical, thorough, and attentive with above average verbal and written communication skills.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

The New Brunswick Medical Society is committed to developing and supporting a more diverse, inclusive and equitable environment for both physicians and staff. We encourage applicants from equity-deserving populations to self-identify in their application, as we will give preference to these applicants. If you have questions about how the New Brunswick Medical Society can ensure a safe place of employment for you, or how the hiring process can accommodate your needs, we invite you to reach out to the contact person listed in this ad.

Duties and Responsibilities

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• work with other members of the accounting department to compile, analyze, and report financial data
• act as a point of contact between internal departments and accounting, serving as a liaison between accounting and external parties, including clients and suppliers
• use bookkeeping software to enter information into company files or databases, ensure that all financial records are complete and accurate
• accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations
• credit card and bank reconciliations
• assessment of program funding claims
• other administrative duties as required

Location and Hours of Work

This position is in Fredericton, New Brunswick, with normal business hours of 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Qualifications

Education:

• post-secondary education in accounting

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• bilingualism considered an asset
• understanding of accounting principles
• knowledge and experience using Sage Accounting
• excellent Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel skills
• detail-oriented individual with organizational and analytical skills
• ability to manage time and adhere to deadlines
• ability to work independently and in a team environment
• excellent interpersonal skills
• excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• respond appropriately to changing situations and priorities
• value a positive work culture and comradery with your colleagues
• ability to work hard and have fun

What can the New Brunswick Medical Society offer you?

• a positive and inclusive work culture
• interesting, stimulating work with a professional membership
• meaningful involvement in shaping NB's health care system

How to Apply?

• please send a cover letter and resume in chronological order to Sandra Hunter at [email protected], no later than May 1, 2024
• only those selected for an interview will be contacted