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Frontenac Business Services, formerly Frontenac Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC), is a federally supported not-for-profit organization based in Harrowsmith with a mandate to promote business development, job creation and to strengthen the rural economy.

Office Administrator Position Full-time, 1-year contract
We are seeking an experienced administrator with strong bookkeeping skills (QuickBooks Desktop), attention to detail, exceptional interpersonal skills and proficiency on multiple computer programs.

This position is responsible for maintaining the organization’s books, preparing government reports and claims, loan administration including payments and security registration. It is also responsible for responding to general enquiries and preparing board packages and minutes.

The start date for this position is flexible and ideally the successful candidate will commence early April. It is a one-year contract to March 31, 2024 with a possibility of renewal.

Compensation
The salary range is $35,000 to $50,000, plus 4% contribution to the employee’s self-directed RSP, 3 weeks’ vacation per year and after three months, Health and Dental benefits. The office is open 8:30 – 4:30 Monday to Friday with a one-hour unpaid lunch. The position will be required to work one evening a month to cover board meetings. This position will be working from the office.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess:

• Post-secondary diploma/certificate in administration;
• Work experience in bookkeeping and office administration;
• Working knowledge of software programs including QuickBooks Desktop, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Sharepoint;
• WordPress and the ability to learn loan management software;
• Aptitude to problem solve and pay close attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while consistently presenting a professional attitude and demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills, communications skills, sound judgment and strict confidentiality;
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle;
• Successful applicant will be required to provide a CPIC

Contact:
Applications must be received by noon, Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Cover letters and resumes are to be emailed to:
Anne Prichard, Executive Director anne@frontenacbusiness.ca

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

 The Frontenac Farmers Market is welcoming farmers to join the 2023 season! The market has a new look, and a new day and time! From May to October the market will be held on Fridays from 3pm – 7pm at Centennial Park in Harrowsmith. 

For more information visit their website, www.frontenacfarmersmarket.com