Job Description
Reporting to the Controller, Foundations and in keeping with Covenant Health’s Mission and Values, the Accountant – Foundations is responsible for performing complex and multidimensional duties related to the interpretation of financial and/or accounting reports for Covenant Foundation and six affiliate foundations (Foundation). This position works closely with the Foundation staff by providing indirect supervision. Ensures compliance with internal and external reporting and legislative requirements which include review of deposits and charitable tax receipts, payroll duties, preparing monthly and year-end financial statements, preparing registered charity information returns, and assisting with yearly external audit of financial statements. Ensures compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and administrative requirements. May assist with other related special projects as needed. This position is non-unionized.
Classification: Accountant
Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
Unit and Program: Foundation Finance
Primary Location: One Twelve Campus
Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
FTE: 1.00
Posting End Date: 13-JAN-2026
Date Available: 09-FEB-2026
Temporary End Date: 30-JUL-2027
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 2
Shifts per cycle: 10
Shift Pattern: Days
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Minimum Hourly Salary: $32.22
Maximum Hourly Salary: $48.33
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Minimum Required: Post-secondary university degree (Commerce/Business) with a major in Accounting. Accounting designation (CPA) preferred.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Experience, Skills and Competencies: 2 - 3 years experience in an accounting setting required. Strong knowledge of charitable industry, including accounting standards, CRA metrics, Charitable Fundraising Act of Alberta requirements. Thorough working knowledge of computer software applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Willingness and ability to acquire additional software skills. Ability to handle inquiries and assignments with highest level of professionalism and confidentiality. Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills required. Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize required. Team-oriented approach to work, and able to respond and communicate with all levels of staff and volunteers. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications:
Raiser’s Edge, Financial Edge and payroll system experience. Experience in a charitable setting.
Classification: Accountant
Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
Unit and Program: Foundation Finance
Primary Location: One Twelve Campus
Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
FTE: 1.00
Posting End Date: 13-JAN-2026
Date Available: 09-FEB-2026
Temporary End Date: 30-JUL-2027
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 2
Shifts per cycle: 10
Shift Pattern: Days
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Minimum Hourly Salary: $32.22
Maximum Hourly Salary: $48.33
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Minimum Required: Post-secondary university degree (Commerce/Business) with a major in Accounting. Accounting designation (CPA) preferred.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Experience, Skills and Competencies: 2 - 3 years experience in an accounting setting required. Strong knowledge of charitable industry, including accounting standards, CRA metrics, Charitable Fundraising Act of Alberta requirements. Thorough working knowledge of computer software applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Willingness and ability to acquire additional software skills. Ability to handle inquiries and assignments with highest level of professionalism and confidentiality. Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines. Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills required. Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize required. Team-oriented approach to work, and able to respond and communicate with all levels of staff and volunteers. Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications:
Raiser’s Edge, Financial Edge and payroll system experience. Experience in a charitable setting.
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