Finance Clerk (Canada Summer Job)

The Finance Clerk (Canada Summer Job) will play a key supporting role in the daily financial operations of the organization, while receiving comprehensive, hands-on training designed to build long-term employability skills for a career in finance, accounting, or data administration. This role gives a young person the opportunity to learn how financial systems operate within a mission-driven non-profit that serves the community. 

The successful candidate will: 

• Gain practical experience in financial reporting, data entry, transaction processing, and documentation specific to the non-profit sector. 


• Develop skills using financial software, spreadsheets, and analytical tools while strengthening accuracy, attention to detail, and professional communication. 


• Work alongside experienced finance professionals who will provide mentorship, supervision, and structured learning opportunities. 


• Grow confidence in professional work habits, problem-solving, and collaboration within a supportive learning environment. 


• Build an understanding of how strong financial stewardship directly contributes to sustaining programs and services that benefit vulnerable community members. 

Location:  Calgary
Project Number: # 021389366
Position Type: Seasonal Employment Full-Time (8 weeks)
Schedule: 35 hours per week
Reporting to: Interim Director, Finance
Number of Positions to Fill: 1

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in preparing financial reports, budgets, and financial statements while ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures. 


• Support daily financial operations including disbursements, revenue tracking, reconciliations, and financial analysis. 


• Help process expense claims, vendor payments, and staff reimbursements while verifying supporting documentation. 


• Compile, review, and analyze monthly financial reports including revenue, expenditures, and budget variances. 


• Maintain organized financial records, digital files, and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness. 


• Provide operational coverage during staff absences by assisting with routine finance functions under supervision. 


• Assist with preparations for audits, tax filings, compliance checks, and financial forecasting. 


• Participate in special finance-related projects, such as system improvements, data clean-up, or workflow optimization. 


• Support the finance team with administrative tasks including data entry, document preparation, and correspondence. 


• Perform additional finance or administrative duties as assigned to enhance learning and support department needs. 

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Enrolled in or completed a college program in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. 


• Previous experience (e.g., internships, volunteer work, or coursework) in finance, accounting, or financial analysis, with a basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting. 


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software. 


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. 


• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. 


• Interest in working within a mission-driven, non-profit environment. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• An Employment Background Check is required for all positions at The Mustard Seed


• As The Mustard Seed is a Christian ministry, we require our employees to agree to respect and not detract from The Mustard Seed’s Employment Values during their employment at The Mustard Seed.


• Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer

**ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR CANADA SUMMER JOBS** 

• Please do not apply if all these conditions are not met


• Be between 18 and 30 years of age


• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment


• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations


• Not a member of the Immediate Family of the Employer or a member of the Immediate Family of an officer or director of the Employer


• International students are not eligible participants


• For more information about Canada Summer Jobs: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/youth

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• We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.


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