accountant

Métis Nation British Columbia; Surrey; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Métis Nation British Columbia is seeking a Financial Accountant to support budgeting, funding, and financial reporting across MNBC ministries and departments. The role involves developing budget frameworks, preparing financial statements, and coordinating year-end processes.

The incumbent ensures adherence to policies, maintains the general ledger, and assists with audits and reporting requirements. Hybrid work arrangements and a competitive salary are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Financial Management, Accounting, Business Administration, or Commerce from a recognized, post-secondary institution; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum four (4) years of progressive related work experience including audits and internal controls.
• Eligible for entry into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP).

Responsibilities

• Assist in budgeting for MNBC ministries and departments, including operating, capital and special funds.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for MNBC entities.
• Produce ad hoc reports and reconciliations for multiple ministries.
• Monitor operating/capital expenditures, variances and capital progress.
• Maintain chart of accounts, journal entries and general ledger integrity.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Financial Management, Accounting, Business Administration, or Commerce

CPA-eligible (PEP)

4+ years progressive related work experience

Job description

Job Details

Financial Accountant

Posted onAugust 18, 2026 by Employer details Métis Nation British Columbia

Full-Time Hybrid Salary Range:$71,000 CADto$88,000 CAD

Location: Surrey, BC V3T5T3, CAN

POSITION SUMMARY

The Financial Accountant assists in the development of budgets and perform functions related to funding, accounting, reporting, program costing and forecasting for the departments and ministries of MNBC. The Financial Accountant aids in the development of budgetary frameworks for MNBC's Ministry and Department operations, encompassing budget creation, financial statement preparation, and program cost analysis. The position oversees financial reporting cycles, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements, while also addressing ad hoc reporting needs and reconciliations for diverse ministries. Monitoring expenditure, budget deviations, and capital progress forms part of the responsibilities, along with managing funding agreements and receivables. The Financial Accountant compiles, coordinates, and disseminates budgetary materials, while also crafting budget scenarios and variance analyses. Maintenance of the chart of accounts, accounting records, and execution of journal entries are central to maintaining financial integrity. Additionally, the Financial Accountant supports users of reporting systems, interprets financial policies, troubleshoots accounting matters, and contributes to the year-end audit process and special financial projects. The incumbent ensures adherence to MNBC policies and aids in year-end audit preparations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the development of MNBC's Ministry and Department budgets, operating, capital and special purpose funds, and perform functions related to funding, accounting, reporting, program costing and forecasting.
• Prepares the Ministry and Department reporting including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Prepares ad hoc reports and reconciliations for various ministries and departments.
• Monitors and analyzes operating and capital expenditures, reviews reports, budgetary variances and prepares regular capital progress reports.
• Monitors funding agreements and receivables.
• Assists in the compilation, coordination, and distribution of budget packages to stakeholders and partners.
• Prepares and analyzes budget scenarios and variances.
• Prepares allocation spreadsheets including inputting and analyzing data.
• Performs reconciliations and analysis of various accounts.
• Maintains the general ledger chart of accounts.
• Maintains the integrity and maintenance of accounting records.
• Prepares and processes journal entries.
• Assists, trains, and supports users of MNBC's reporting and accounting systems.
• Interprets and provides advice on the application of financial policies and procedures.
• Works with MNBC ministry and department staff to answer questions and problem-solve to rectify accounting and reporting issues.
• Supports the year end annual audit process.
• Participates in special projects within finance.
• Ensures compliance with MNBC policies and procedures.
• Assists with year-end audit preparations.
• Participates in committees and project teams as required.
• Undertakes related duties as assigned, consistent with the job grade of the position.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed to ensure the efficient operation of MNBC.
• Regular/ occasional attendance at meetings/ events that may require work and travel outside of normal business hours.

Supervision Given None.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in the field of Financial Management, Accounting, Business Administration, or Commerce from a recognized, post-secondary institution. Bachelor's degree is preferred. Minimum four (4) years of progressive related work experience leading and conducting audits related to the evaluation of financial, operational and information system internal controls. Eligible for entry into the CPA Professional Education Program (PEP). Bachelor's degree

• Location Surrey , BC
• Work location Hybrid
• Salary $ 71,000 YEAR annually
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• vacancies 1 vacancy
• Source CivicJobs.ca #115570

• Surrey, BC

Advertised until

2026-09-18