THE ANN AND SANDY CROSS CONSERVATION AREA IS LOOKING FOR A BOOKKEEPER   download posting   Deadline to Apply - June 11, 2006   Position -  Cross Conservation Area requires a bookkeeper to work 14 hours per week undertaking all financial duties Must be comfortable taking books to trial balance and have experience with Quickbooks Experience with non-profit sector preferred Starting ASAP, salary range $20-24 per hour, plus benefits Send Resume to Jacquie Gilson, Executive Director, at jgilson@crossconservation.org See www.crossconservation.org for detailed job description.   Details: Reporting to the Executive Director this part time position is responsible for the following:  Key Responsibilities A. Bookkeeping/Accounting: 1. Accounts receivable Prepare any required invoices Receive and process payments Prepare bank deposits Prepare charitable receipts and thank you cards, when required File documentation pertaining to above Provide quarterly report of incomes by area 2. Accounts payable Reconcile credit card billings Enter all payables to correct accounts and generate cheques/telephone banking File documentation pertaining to above Provide quarterly report of expenditures by area 3. Payroll Prepare bi-monthly payroll Prepare monthly remittance for Receiver General Prepare monthly RSP remittance Prepare and file yearly T4 information  4.      Monthly Reconciliations Royal Bank account 4 Visa accounts Investment accounts G/L accounts 5. Budgeting Assist with annual budget preparation Prepare estimate of yearly cash flow 6. Reporting Prepare and file annual WCB report Prepare and file annual Charity Information Return Prepare and file annual GST rebate request Prepare and file annual Gasoline rebate request Prepare any special request Government/Charities reporting Prepare quarterly Budget to Actual reports, Balance Sheets and Profit/Loss Statements and other financial reporting requested by the board and/or ED 7. Audit Create and maintain spreadsheets pertaining to investments, insurance, depreciation, assets and prepaid school programs to facilitate year end balancing Print out and balance required subledgers and general ledger Copy documentation required to support accounting records Track receipt usage Assist PWC auditing team as required to ensure least cost B. Assistant: Working with the Executive Director and staff to develop a Policies and Procedures Manual for the Conservation Area. Assist in planning and delivery of Special Events. Pick-up, open and distribute mail. C. Learning and Support: Develop and implement a personalized learning plan. Participate as a staff team member. THE ANN AND SANDY CROSS CONSERVATION AREA IS LOOKING FOR HABITAT MANAGEMENT ASSISTANTS   download posting                        Deadline to apply - June 2, 2006   Positions - 2 Habitat Management Assistants, Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area   Send Resumes To - Attn: Mr. Reg Rempel, Ecosystem Manager E-mail: rrempel@crossconservation.org Fax: (403) 931-3113 Type - Term 9 weeks (June 26, 2006 to August 25, 2006) Generally daytime hours from Monday through Friday (some flexibility required)   Salary - $11 per hour – 35 hours per week   Agency - Cross Conservation Area, Box 20, Site 23, RR8 Calgary, Alberta T2J 2T9 (Approximately 1.5 km west of Calgary off Highway 22X)   Required - Vehicle to drive to and from the work place       Details:     We are looking for 2 highly motivated and flexible individuals to assist the Conservation Area in the multi-faceted role of Habitat Management Assistant. Job tasks to include: Hands on habitat and weed management using a variety of methods ranging from mowing to biological control, weed whipping and hand pulling weeds. Monitor, map and report on success of weed management efforts. Monitoring established transects in grassland and forest. Assist in implementation of native grassland protection project. Fencing repair and removal. Water improvement projects. Assist with conservation-oriented grazing program as needed.   The people we are looking for have passion for conservation and working in the outdoors. You are seeking hands on experience in the field of resource/habitat/vegetation management. You are a team player with a professional attitude; a strong work ethic and enthusiasm for all projects you are involved in. This position offers an opportunity for personal growth, and the opportunity to investigate career options in natural area management. Safety and equipment training provided.   In your resume please be specific of your past duties, responsibilities, and volunteer hours, as they relate to the job duties described above.   Qualifications: Tractor, quad and weed whip experience mandatory. Preferred Education: one-two years completed in a related diploma program such as natural resources, weed management, landscaping, or vegetation studies. Field experience in one or more of the habitat management areas described under job tasks. Capable of working in a team and handling multiple tasks simultaneously. Good written and oral communication skills.