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Overview NOW HIRING: Accounting Clerk / Bookkeeper / Firefighter Turn Professional Accounting Skills Into a Career of Service & Leadership Fire Rescue International (FRI) Albertas only not-for-profit, 911-responding fire rescue organization is seeking a professionally capable Accounting Clerk / Bookkeeper who wants more than a desk job. This role is designed for someone who can run the books competently and independently from Day One , and who wants to build a second, equally meaningful career in emergency response and fire service leadership . If you can do our books, we can teach you how to be a first responder. YOUR PROFESSION COMES FIRST - EMERGENCY SERVICE IS THE GROWTH PATH. This is not an entry-level accounting position. Responsibilities Performing full-cycle bookkeeping. Working fluently in Sage . Managing reconciliations, AP/AR, payroll coordination, and reporting. Exercising sound professional judgement. Operating with minimal supervision . Path to Fire Service & Progression In parallel, you will enter a structured, fully paid firefighter and medical responder development pathway . Over time, this role progresses deliberately from: Accounting Clerk / Bookkeeper Bookkeeper & Firefighter / Medic Fire Service Leader Advancement into leadership and officer roles is earned through performance, training, and commitment. Compensation & Progression Year 1 Salary: $52,450.00. Year 5 Salary: $62,400.00. This includes: Full-time, permanent employment from Day One. Guaranteed progression over the 5-year pathway. Full medical & dental benefits. Employee & Family Assistance Program. Employer-funded professional development. Firefighter and medical training occurs primarily during evenings and weekends, allowing you to remain fully productive in your accounting role during regular business hours. WHAT WE PROVIDE (FIRE & MEDICAL TRAINING - 100% PAID) FRi will provide all emergency services training at no cost, including: Firefighting Operations: NFPA 1001 - Level I; NFPA 1001 - Level II; NFPA 1140 - Wildland / Urban Interface Firefighting. Hazardous Materials: NFPA 1070 - Hazmat Awareness; NFPA 1070 - Hazmat Operations. Emergency Vehicle Operations: Class 3Q Alberta Drivers License; NFPA 1002 - Driver; NFPA 1002 - Pump / Operator. Medical: Emergency Medical Responder (EMR). Command & Leadership: ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 300, NFPA 1521 - Health & Safety Officer, NFPA 1521 - Incident Safety Officer, NFPA 1041 - Instructor Level I & II, NFPA 1021 - Officer Level I & II. All tuition, books, licensing, and exams are paid by FRI. Required Education & Experience Mandatory (one of the following): Accounting Certificate or Diploma (NAIT, SAIT, college, university continuing education, or equivalent). Minimum 3 years of practical bookkeeping or accounting clerk experience , including full-cycle bookkeeping. Mandatory Technical Skills: Fluency in Sage (50 / 100 / 300). Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Strongly Preferred (not required): Payroll experience or payroll coursework. Experience in not-for-profit or multi-entity accounting. Post-secondary coursework in accounting, finance, or business administration. Who This Role Is For This role is ideal for someone who: Is already competent and employable as a bookkeeper or accounting clerk. Wants their work to matter beyond the balance sheet. Is motivated by public service and teamwork. Is willing to train, commit, and grow over the long term. Wants a stable career with purpose, challenge, and leadership opportunity. No firefighting or medical experience is required we will train you. Why This Role Exists FRI believes strong emergency services require: Financial professionals who understand operational realities. Leaders who balance fiscal responsibility with human risk. Officers who can manage budgets and make decisions under pressure. This hybrid pathway builds professionals who can do both. More Than a Desk Job This is not a typical bookkeeping role. This is not casual volunteer firefighting. This is a deliberate, long-term career path for someone who wants to serve their community while building professional credibility and leadership. If that resonates with you, we want to hear from you. How to Apply Send your rsum and a brief introduction outlining your accounting experience to: FRi Fire Rescue International Alberta Beach, Alberta Interviews begin immediately. #J-18808-Ljbffr