Bookkeeper / Office Manager

Four Winds & Associates

Edmonton | Hybrid

About Four Winds & Associates

Four Winds & Associates is a respected Indigenous-owned consulting firm with more than 30 years of experience working alongside First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities, governments, and industry. Our work spans governance, policy, economic development, data sovereignty, community planning, and program delivery.

As our portfolio of projects continues to grow, we are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Office Manager to take ownership of our financial and administrative operations. This is a key leadership role within a small, high-trust team supporting complex, purpose-driven work across Canada.

If you enjoy autonomy, variety, and building strong systems that support meaningful impact, you’ll thrive at Four Winds.

What You’ll Do

This position will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer, and collaborate with the Four Winds team, including project managers and administration, as well as external consultants to ensure the successful delivery of the below tasks.

Finance & Bookkeeping

Full-cycle bookkeeping using QuickBooks Online
Project-based accounting, cost tracking, and financial reporting
Accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, deposits, and reconciliations
Contractor, consultant, and vendor payments
Payroll processing, including deductions, ROEs, T4s, and remittances
CRA remittances (GST/HST, payroll source deductions)
Month-end reporting including cash flow, AR aging, and project summaries
Work directly with external accountants on year-end and audits
Support financial reporting for grants, contracts, and funders

Office & Administration

Day-to-day office coordination and administration
Maintain organized digital and financial filing systems
Support onboarding and HR-administrative tasks
Maintain contractor, consultant, and compliance files
Coordinate with project managers for billing and documentation
Answer and direct inquiries professionally (email and phone)
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) set up and maintenance

What You Bring

3+ years experience in bookkeeping or accounting (consulting or project-based environments an asset)
3+ years experience in office management & administration
QuickBooks Online experience required
Strong working knowledge of Google Sheets and or Microsoft Excel
Experience with payroll, CRA remittances, and compliance reporting
Highly organized, detail-driven, and trusted with confidential information
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Experience working with Indigenous organizations, non-profits, municipalities, or professional services is a strong asset

What We Offer

Competitive salary: $60,000–$70,000 (based on experience)
3 weeks paid vacation
Hybrid work flexibility after onboarding
Laptop and required technology provided
Supportive, respectful, and mission-driven work environment
Opportunity to grow alongside the firm and take on expanded responsibility
Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making

Why Join Four Winds?

At Four Winds, you’re supporting work that strengthens communities, advances Indigenous governance, and builds long-term capacity. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Own and strengthen our finance and administration systems
Improve workflows and introduce efficiencies
Work closely with leadership in a trusted role
Have your ideas heard, valued, and implemented
Play a direct role in how the organization grows

To apply for this position, please submit resume and covering letter to Dan by email at dan@fourwinds.ca

Email submissions only.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position is for an individual who is available regularly to work in the office, located in Edmonton.

Four Winds & Associates Inc.

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Bookkeeper / Office Manager