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Overview

Nova Scotia Woodlot Owners & Operators Association (NSWOOA) is a leading advocate for good stewardship of the native forests of Nova Scotia. We are looking to hire a bookkeeper/office assistant in Truro, NS.

The position will primarily support the Family Forest Network, a collaboration among 10 charitable, non-profit, and co-operative organizations that research and promote ecologically sensitive forest practices on small, privately owned woodlands in Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities

This is a part-time, contract position. Primary responsibilities include:

· Posting invoices and payments, entering deposits and withdrawals, reconciling accounts

· Ensuring payroll, benefit costs, EI, WC, and other disbursements are timely and accurate

· Working with staff to prepare reimbursement requests to funders

· Preparing monthly and annual financial reports for staff and directors; working with independent accountant to prepare annual financial filings

· Answering inquiries about the project from the public, landowners and others; referring the calls to the appropriate staffer as needed

· Providing membership support, including general questions, applications and renewals, and maintenance of membership database

· Performing related tasks as needed

Requirements

Strong organizational skills

Ability to maintain accurate, well-organized financial records

Bookkeeping: 2 years of experience (required); QuickBooks: 1 year (required)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Flexibility, effective time management skills, and ability to work independently

We offer

A new office in the NSCC Centre of Forest Innovation, Truro

A work environment that values your ideas and contributions

Work that makes a meaningful contribution to healthier, more natural forests in Nova Scotia

Part-time, 20-hours per week, $20-$25 per hour

Flexibility to accommodate non-work needs (school schedules, appointments, etc.)

Application Process

A complete application will include:

• Cover letter describing your experience and hopes for the job

• Resume

• Three references

For more information or to submit your application, please email:

Jackie Saturno

Network Manager, Family Forest Network

[email protected]

Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 20 per week

Salary: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person