Junior Bookkeeper

Junior Bookkeeper

Position Title: Junior Bookkeeper  Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba  Employment Status: Full-Time  Reports To: Finance Operations & Nation Support Manager  Overtime Status: Overtime eligible in accordance with Manitoba Employment Standards

About AIMA

Accurate Indigenous Managers & Advisors (AIMA) partners with First Nations, Indigenous organizations, and businesses to deliver professional consulting, operational support, financial administration, human resources, and organizational development services.

Our team is committed to building strong relationships, supporting Indigenous communities, and helping organizations operate efficiently through practical, people-focused solutions. We believe in collaboration, continuous learning, accountability, and making meaningful contributions to the communities we serve.

Position Summary

The Junior Bookkeeper supports the Finance Operations & Nation Support Manager by assisting with the daily financial administration of Accurate Indigenous Managers & Advisors (AIMA). This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting accounts payable and receivable processes, performing bank and account reconciliations, completing financial data entry, and preparing financial documentation.

Working closely with the finance team, this role provides bookkeeping support for AIMA's internal operations, consulting projects, and affiliated organizations. The Junior Bookkeeper must be dependable, accountable, and capable of working independently while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Record Management

• Accurately enter financial transactions into QuickBooks, Sage 300, and other applicable accounting systems.
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation.
• Ensure financial information is complete, accurate, and up to date.
• Support and complete monthly bookkeeping activities as assigned.
• Review financial records for errors, discrepancies, or missing information and take appropriate action.

2. Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Assist with processing vendor invoices.
• Prepare customer invoices and maintain accurate billing records.
• Monitor outstanding receivables.
• Support payment processing and filing.
• Maintain complete and organized supporting documentation for accounts payable and receivable transactions.

3. Bank Reconciliations & Reporting

• Perform bank and account reconciliations accurately and within required timelines.
• Identify and investigate discrepancies and escalate unresolved issues as required.
• Maintain complete supporting documentation for reconciliations.
• Prepare supporting documentation for monthly financial reporting.
• Assist with audit preparation and financial documentation requests.
• Ensure reconciliation records are complete, accurate, and organized for review.

4. Administrative Support

• Maintain organized digital and paper filing systems.
• Prepare financial spreadsheets and reports.
• Assist with document management.
• Support finance projects and administrative initiatives.
• Manage assigned responsibilities independently and ensure required tasks are completed within established deadlines.

5. Cross-Department & Client Support

• Support bookkeeping activities for affiliated organizations as required.
• Assist with financial documentation for consulting projects.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Operations, and Administration on shared initiatives.
• Provide administrative support during organizational projects.
• Communicate professionally with internal departments and external stakeholders regarding assigned financial matters.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 2 years of relevant bookkeeping, accounting, or financial administration experience.
• Certificate or diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience using QuickBooks is required.
• Demonstrated experience using Sage 300 is required.
• Demonstrated ability to perform bank and account reconciliations accurately and independently.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial record maintenance.
• Minimum keyboarding speed of 50 words per minute (WPM) with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrated dependability, accountability, and consistent follow-through.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and organizational information.

Assets

• Experience working with Indigenous organizations, consulting firms, or non-profit environments.
• Experience supporting multiple organizations, departments, or client accounts.

Core Competencies

• Financial Accuracy
• Attention to Detail
• Organization
• Time Management
• Dependability
• Accountability
• Independent Work
• Initiative
• Professional Communication
• Confidentiality
• Adaptability
• Ability to Work Under Pressure
• Continuous Learning

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based at AIMA's Winnipeg office.
• Standard business hours with occasional flexibility during reporting periods.
• Frequent computer, keyboard, and data entry work.
• Fast-paced environment requiring the management of multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Regular independent work requiring personal accountability and effective time management.

Why Join AIMA?

At AIMA, you'll be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact through professional services that strengthen Indigenous communities and organizations. We value collaboration, innovation, continuous learning, accountability, and professional growth.

As a Junior Bookkeeper, you'll have the opportunity to contribute directly to AIMA's financial operations while supporting projects and organizations across a diverse range of initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Accurate Indigenous Managers & Advisors is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage applications from First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and other Indigenous peoples, as well as members of equity-deserving groups.

Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.