Accounting Clerk

Work With Us; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Finance Clerk to assist with financial transactions and maintain records. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary starting at $60,000, along with benefits like wellness days and retirement savings matching. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as an associate degree in Accounting or Finance.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Wellness Days

Employer paid benefits plan

GIC matched savings

Qualifications

• Experience with accounting software is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Positive and professional attitude with a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process expense reports ensuring compliance.
• Maintain and update financial records in the accounting system.
• Provide payroll coverage in the absence of the Payroll Specialist.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associates degree or Diploma in Accounting or Finance

Certification in payroll (e.g. PCP PLP)

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Finance Clerk assists the organization with accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. This position supports the finance team by maintaining financial records processing expense claims invoices and credit card transactions and performing general administrative duties related to Finance. The role will also provide payroll processing coverage in the absence of the Payroll and Accounts Payable Specialist. The Accounting clerk plays a key role in helping the organization maintain financial integrity and transparency providing vital support for the smooth functioning of the finance department.

KEY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and process expense reports ensuring proper documentation and compliance with organization policies.
• Assist with accounts receivable functions including invoicing tracking payments and following up on overdue accounts.
• Maintain and update financial records in the accounting system ensuring accuracy and completeness of data.
• Record assigned credit card transactions ensuring proper documentation and coding to the appropriate program.
• File and organize financial records ensuring that documents are easily accessible and in compliance with the organizations retention policies.
• Provide administrative support to the finance team including scheduling meetings and preparing documentation for audits and other financial processes.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding outstanding claims in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with filing of financial reports required for compliance with grants and funding sources.
• Provide payroll coverage in the absence of the Payroll and Accounts Payable Specialist.
• Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned by the Controller.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree or Diploma in Accounting Finance or a related field preferred.
• Certification in payroll (e.g. PCP PLP) or a similar credential is a plus.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks NetSuite or similar) and proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Understanding of nonprofit accounting principles and regulatory compliance including tax and employment standard laws.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain attention to detail while managing multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Have a positive and professional attitude and possess a valid drivers license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proven ability to establish rapport with people of all educational and occupational backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain a healthy working relationship with staff community representatives / members and representatives of other organizations. Including collaboration with other IRSSS programs and staff as required.
• Maintain the confidentiality guidelines of all records materials and communications concerning clients staff and IRSSS.

We strongly encourage applications from and prioritize hiring people from diverse backgrounds and experiences including applicants with lived experience Indigenous people racialized people and 2SLGBTQIA peoples. We encourage though dont require applicants of these identities to indicate this on their cover letter.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Term : FullTime Position

Salary : $60000.00 to start and dependent on experience.

Benefits : Annual Leave Sick Leave Wellness Days; after 90 days Employer paid benefits plan and GIC matched savings.

Status : Hybrid position combination of office and remote work for right candidate

Deadline : Until filled with a qualified candidate.

We offer a great place to do your best work :

We believe in providing a supportive and fulfilling work environment for our team members. As a Wellness Worker with the IRSSS you can expect :

• Competitive base salary and full benefits including dental health disability and life insurance.
• 8 annual personal wellness days and 3 annual cultural days to honor your wellbeing and heritage.
• Retirement savings matching supporting your financial wellbeing.
• Flexible work arrangements with the opportunity to travel throughout the province.
• The opportunity to be part of a purposedriven organization making a difference in the lives of Indigenous people.

Come work with us!

If you are inspired by our mission and values and feel that you align with this role we encourage you to take the first step towards making a positive impact and submit an application on the website link Work For Us on

If this opportunity isnt for you but you know someone who would be a perfect fit please feel free to share this posting with them. We believe that great people recognize great people!

We would love for our successful candidate to be of First Nations ancestry but we are a proudly diverse organization and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to accordance with S. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code preference may be given to applicants of aboriginal ancestry.

Key Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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