JOBS

Company description

The Centre des musiciens du monde is a place of creation, formation, diffusion and research which celebrates our musical diversity. For this reason, in promoting living together in harmony, the Centre contributes to the strengthening of a society turning towards the values of peace, sharing, and inclusion.

Our job offers are written in French because all positions require a perfect fluency in this language.

This position is open to all candidates who meet the eligibility criteria. However, in the case of equivalent skills, hiring priority will be given to people of immigrant or visible minority background eligible for Emploi Québec’s PRIIME program.

About the Centre des musiciens du monde

Join our team and contribute to a mission focused on musical and cultural diversity through original training, creation and dissemination activities. Each year, we welcome and support talent from different cultural traditions as part of a unique artistic residency program in Canada. Our programming includes a festival, a symposium, several concert series and a music school. Our activities have an impact not only in Montreal but also nationally and internationally.

Job description

As an accounting technician, you will be the only person responsible for accounting. You will perform the entire accounting cycle and have the opportunity to improve existing processes. You will be a point of reference for our team, ensuring smooth communication between the various parties involved while ensuring that accounting operations are carried out rigorously.

  • Perform all bookkeeping activities (payments, deposits, bank reconciliations, payroll management, group insurance management, government remittances, billing, inventories, etc.);
  • Ensure the preparation and management of annual and project budgets in collaboration with General Management;
  • Prepare year-end files in collaboration with the auditors;
  • Prepare year-end files in collaboration with the auditors;
  • Produce tax slips (T4, T4A, T4ANR, T5, Relevé 1, Relevé 3, etc.) and design summaries and any other documents required at year-end;
  • Ensure the archiving of all documents related to accounting management;
  • Develop and update internal control measures;
  • Perform various administrative tasks related to human resources (insurance documents, assistance with payroll administration, maintenance of personal files, etc.);
  • Ensure compliance with internal human resources policies and applicable laws.

Desired skills profile

  • Degree in administration, accounting or related field;
  • Good knowledge of the performing arts milieu;
  • Strong sense of responsibility, organization and planning;
  • Thoroughness and attention to detail;
  • Excellent command of spoken and written French and English;
  • Mastery of tools such as Excel and SAGE 50 accounting software. Knowledge of EmployeurD, Airtable, Amilia and XLGL is an asset;

We offer;

  • Permanent full-time or part-time position;
  • Start date: As soon as possible;
  • Flexible working hours, possibility of telecommuting;
  • Salary according to experience and organization’s policy;
  • Workplace conveniently located in a heritage building in the heart of Mile-End, with public transit and Bixi stations nearby;
  • Pleasant and friendly work atmosphere within an enthusiastic and committed team;
  • Group insurance program after 3 months;
  • Reduced rates for music and dance classes at our academy.

To apply, send a letter of intent and curriculum vitae by e-mail to dg@centredesmusiciens.com. Please indicate the title of the position for which you are applying in the subject line of your message.

If you are an immigrant or visible minority, check your eligibility for Emploi Québec’s
PRIIME program, as your application will be given priority.

The Centre thanks all the applicants! Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position is open under the Canada Summer Jobs wage subsidy program.

About the Centre des musiciens du monde

Join our team and contribute to a mission focused on musical and cultural diversity
through original training, creation and dissemination activities. Each year, we welcome
and support talent from different cultural traditions as part of a
artistic residency programme that is unique in Canada. Our programming includes a festival, a
symposium, several concert series and an academy on world repertoires and music.

Our activities reach out not only from Montreal but also nationally and internationally.

Job description

Under the supervision of the General Manager, you will be in charge of the sound system for the free outdoor concerts
offered by the Musicians’ Centre in Parc Lahaie 2 days a week during the
summer season. Your main responsibilities will be as follows:

Main tasks

  • Ensure minimal sound and technical preparation for the event under the supervision of the technical director
  • Coordinate the set-up and dismantling of the site in collaboration with volunteers and the main coordinator
  • Complete the activity report form after each event
  • Participate in the preparation of material for the music mediation
  • Any related tasks in line with the organization’s mission

Desired qualities and skills

  • Training or experience in sound engineering/stage technology;
  • Strong interest in culturally diverse music;
  • Ability to work outdoors, rain or shine;
  • Customer service-oriented;
  • Discerning and proactive;
  • Good physical condition (handling, cleaning, maintenance);
  • Good command of spoken and written French and spoken English;
  • Good command of computer tools (office suite, email account, etc.). );

We are offering

  • 1 temporary position for 8 weeks;
  • Start date: 2 June 2025
  • Full-time work (35h/week);
  • Salary according to experience and the organisation’s policy;
  • Conveniently located in a heritage building in the heart of Mile End, with public transport and Bixi stations nearby;
  • Pleasant and friendly working environment within an enthusiastic and committed team;

Eligibility requirements – Canada Summer Jobs

  • Age: Must be between 15 and 30 years old at the time of hiring
  • Status: Must be a Canadian citizen or have permanent resident status or be a refugee

Applicants must be eligible for the Canada Summer Jobs program.

To apply, send a letter of intent and your curriculum vitae by email to
info@centredesmusiciens.com before 5pm on Wednesday 30 April. Please indicate the title of the
position for which you are applying in the title of your message.

The Centre thanks all applicants! Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.