Accounting Assistant

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp assignment

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority in Victoria, BC is seeking a dedicated Accounting Assistant to support the General Ledger team. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, period-end tasks, and reporting while applying established procedures and seeking process improvements.

The role requires Grade 12 and CPA program progress with four years of related experience. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus four years recent related experience or equivalent CPA program.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to perform complex reconciliations and prepare journal entries.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial and/or statistical journal entries and period-end duties.
• Perform complex reconciliations of general ledger accounts and other ledgers.
• Assist with reporting and participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical

Education

Grade 12 with CPA program (CA/CGA/CMA)

Job description

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of a designated Accountant in the General Ledger department, the Accounting Assistant utilizes a variety of software applications to ensure the timely and efficient preparation of financial and/or statistical journal entries, period end accounting duties, and reporting. Develops, recommends and, upon approval, implements new accounting methods and procedures; performs complex reconciliations of the general ledger accounts and other designated ledgers and records; compiles and analyzes financial data and prepares related reports as required; and carries out related general accounting functions according to the standards and procedures of the department. Participates in special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, successful completion of 2 years of the CPA (CA, CGA, or CMA) program, plus four years recent related experience, or an equivalent of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

BC’s health system is in the process of transformation. As part of the planned changes, certain IM/IT, Finance, and Supply Chain roles are expected to be in scope for transition to a new provincial shared services organization, BC Shared Health Services. Candidates applying to positions in these areas should be aware that, while the role is currently employed by the Health Authority, it may transition to BC Shared Health Services as part of the first or subsequent implementation phases. The intent of this transition is to support continuity of employment however, details regarding timing, process, and any impacts to employment arrangements will be confirmed as planning progresses. Providing this information at the recruitment stage is intended to ensure transparency about the broader system changes underway and to support informed decision-making by candidates.

Additional Clauses

FBA: This temporary position may be extended or ended at the discretion of the hiring manager based on the departmental requirements.

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0800-1600

Vacancy Type: Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $32.39 - $32.39

Paid FTE: 1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 75

Planned Start Date: Jan. 4 2027

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Jan. 31 2028

Pending Return of Incumbent: Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check): No