Accountant

We are proud and honoured to offer services on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), Kwikwetlem (kʷikʷəƛ̓ əm) First Nations.

Summary

Westcoast Family Centres Society ('Westcoast') is looking to expand its Finance Department by adding a permanent part-time (21 hours per week) Accountant to the team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Accountant will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting functions required to produce monthly and quarterly financial statements. Strong communication skills, good work ethic, analytical thinking, a degree in accounting and at least 3 years of experience are required. CPA qualification or pursuit of CPA qualification considered an asset.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform the day-to-day full cycle accounting and assist with overseeing the work of the Junior Accountant.
• Perform bank reconciliations and all working papers.
• Coordinate and prepare monthly financial statements.
• Assist in budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
• Prepare working papers and account reconciliations for year-end financial statements and year end audits.
• Review, enter and manage visa reconciliation, AP, and AR., inventory control, and revenue recognition.
• Prepare Remittances for GST.
• Reconcile G/L and produce required working papers.
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
• Collect, interpret, and report financial data.
• Follow CICA guidelines for non-profit societies, and incorporate recommendations made by the auditor and use professional judgment to initiate and monitor controls as needed.
• Assist in preparing the budgets for external grant and proposal applications when necessary.
• Other job duties as required.

Skills you bring:

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Team player who enjoys working collaboratively with others.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates an ability to work autonomously, with a high degree of composure and sound judgement.
• Experience with QuickBooks.
• Background in non-profit sector an asset.

Job Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in related discipline (i.e., finance, business).
• CPA qualification or pursuit of CPA qualification considered an asset.
• 3+ years of related accounting experience.
• Familiarity with accounting software, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Maintain clear Criminal Record Check.

Why Work for Westcoast:

Be part of a grassroots community-based agency committed to developing and strengthening our community together. As a Westcoast employee, you will benefit from:

• An opportunity to be a part of a hands-on mentoring experience, through role-modeling and coaching.
• Make a difference within the communities Westcoast serves.
• A chance to do meaningful work with a committed team of professionals.
• Contribute to our commitment of being an inclusive and culturally safe environment for all.
• Join us in being allies to Indigenous Peoples, in our journey of reconciliation.

About Westcoast Family Centres:

Westcoast Family Centres Society ('Westcoast’) is a multi-service community-based non-profit organization delivering child-centered, evidence-based programs and services to children and families in the Lower Mainland. Our mission is to strengthen and develop healthy relationships between children, their families, and their communities. Our programs and services aim to address the unique and varied challenges faced by vulnerable families.

Joining the Westcoast team is an opportunity to be a part of a team where your skills and knowledge will make a positive impact in the lives of children and families. Westcoast takes pride in creating inclusive spaces, where its diverse workforce can thrive.

Westcoast Family Centres Society is committed to creating employment equity and providing all candidates with accessibility throughout the recruitment process. Westcoast encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and racialized peoples.

Should you require assistance or accommodation at any time throughout the application or recruitment processes, please email the Human Resource Department for confidential support.