Accounting Clerk

CivicInfo BC; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking a temporary full-time Accounting Clerk to join Finance Services. The role involves data entry for cash receiving, AR, utility billing, and AP, along with providing information to the public and supporting the Finance team.

The position also covers concierge and reception duties at the Administration Building. Qualifications include a high school diploma, one year of post-secondary accounting coursework, and two years of related experience including

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of basic post-secondary accounting coursework or similar training.
• Two years of related work experience including customer service.

Responsibilities

• Data entry for cash receipting, accounts receivable, utility billing and accounts payable.
• Provide accurate information and assistance to the public.
• Support Finance staff and perform duties to meet service expectations.
• Perform concierge and reception duties at the Administration Building.

Skills

Data entry

MS Office

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

High school diploma

Accounting coursework

Post-secondary accounting courses (1 year)

Tools

Database applications

Job description

Notice of Employment Opportunity Accounting Clerk

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking a temporary full-time Accounting Clerk with Finance Services.

The Accounting Clerk contributes to the effective operation of the Finance department through the accurate performance and data entry for cash receiving, accounts receivable, utility billing and accounts payable functions, and the effective delivery of information to the public. This position supports the Finance department by assisting team members in their duties, as required, to meet service expectations, departmental goals, and objectives. The Accounting Clerk will also support the Regional District by performing concierge and reception duties at the Regional District Administration Building.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required qualifications include a high school diploma, one year of basic post-secondary accounting courses or similar coursework, and two years prior job-related experience including one year in a customer service-centric work environment. Experience with computerized data entry including word processing, spreadsheet (specifically MS Office suite) and database computer applications is required. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

POSITION DETAILS

This is a temporary full-time (35 hours per week) Union position until February 27, 2027, with the possibility of ending early or extension based on the operational needs of the department. The (2026) rate of pay is $38.55 to $40.58, plus 12.4% in lieu of benefits including vacation and statutory holidays, or the uninterrupted continuation of their benefits package as provided for in the Collective Agreement between the Regional District of Nanaimo and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 401.