Bookkeeper - Full Cycle Accounting

Organization Details
Organization Name: The Prairie Garden
Address: P. O. Box 21043
WINNIPEG MB  R3R 3R2
Website: http://www.theprairiegarden.ca
Organizational Description: A non-profit organization dedicated to providing knowledge of horticulture and gardening to the public. The Prairie Garden has published an annual book on gardening since 1937.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 6426
   
Description of Duties:

Position Summary


The Bookkeeper oversees all day to day financial operations, maintains accurate accounting records, and ensures compliance with federal and provincial non-profit and taxation laws. This role supports the committee/board, as well as the external financial reviewers by providing timely, transparent financial information.


Core Responsibilities


Daily & Weekly Accounting



  • Transaction Processing - Record all cash receipts, vendor bills, credit card activity, and employee reimbursements.

  • Accounts Payable - Enter invoices, obtain approvals, code expenses to accounts, and process payments.

  • Accounts Receivable - Issue invoices, and follow up on outstanding balances.

  • Bank Reconciliation - Reconcile bank, credit card, and PayPal/Stripe accounts monthly.


MonthEnd Close



  • General Ledger Maintenance - Prepare journal entries (accruals, deferrals).

  • Financial Statements - Produce monthly Balance Sheet and Income reports.

  • Variance Analysis - Compare actuals to budget and flag unusual variances.


NonprofitSpecific Compliance



  • Year-End Support - Assist external financial reviewer with tax filings and financial review.

  • Internal Controls - Maintain segregation of duties, approval workflows, and documentation standards.


Annual Responsibilities



  • External Financial Review Preparation - Prepare schedules, pull documentation, and liaise with external financial reviewers.

  • Budget Support - Assist Treasurer in building annual budgets and cashflow forecasts.

  • YearEnd Close - Complete reconciliations, review fund balances, and finalize financial statements.


Required Skills & Qualifications



  • Fullcycle accounting experience (1-3 years preferred).

  • Knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles.

  • Proficiency with Sage, QuickBooks Online or Xero.

  • High attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy.

  • Ability to communicate financial information to nonfinancial staff.

   
Skills Required:

As listed above

   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

Experience with a small board

   
Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Flexible Hours

Time Commitment



  • Board meeting attendance not required

  • Review monthly financial statements with Treasurer

  • Perform duties noted above, heaviest time commitment is year-end work in October, and standing order invoicing for new book mid-October through mid-December

  • Estimated 5-30 hours per month (30 hours per month only for 3 months)

  • Monthly stipend possible

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: General Populace
Organization will provide: A letter of reference
Training/Orientation
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Aug 31, 2026

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