Accounting Clerk I

District of Lake Country; Lake Country; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits with a forward-thinking municipality in the heart of the Okanagan Valley! As an Accounting Clerk I, you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the financial health of the community. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary and a collaborative work environment. Join a team that values attention to detail, exceptional communication, and positive working relationships. Enjoy generous benefits, including employer-paid health coverage and professional development support, while contributing to a vibrant community that truly has it all.

Benefits

Employer-paid health benefits

Generous vacation and wellness leave

Professional development support

Attractive pension program

Team bonding events

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' work experience in an Accounting position.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting or Business Administration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile records for accounts payable and receivable.
• Process bill payments and journal entries.
• Answer inquiries related to financial matters.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Math Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Accounts Payable

Knowledge of Accounts Receivable

Knowledge of Property Taxation

Knowledge of Utility Billings

Communication Skills

Education

Post-secondary in Accounting

Post-secondary in Business Administration

Job description

Accounting Clerk I

About Lake Country
Situated within the unceded territory of squilx”/syilx (Okanagan) peoples, Lake Country is a vibrant community of approximately 15,000 citizens and is located in the heart of the rapidly growing Okanagan Valley. Lake Country is less than a half hour drive from downtown Kelowna and mere minutes to beautiful orchards, wineries, farms and the serenity of the Okanagan lakes. Lake Country is in close proximity to the Kelowna International Airport and the University of British Columbia – Okanagan. Residents enjoy hot summers and temperate winters with boundless opportunities for year-round recreation – from water sports to cycling, golfing, skiing, hiking and much more. If you are searching to relocate to a community that truly has it all, join our team and experience ‘Life. The Okanagan Way!’

Full Time Permanent Vacancy - Accounting Clerk I

About the Opportunity
The District of Lake Country has an exciting opportunity for a full-time permanent Accounting Clerk I (35 hours per week) based in Lake Country, BC.

Reporting to the Finance Manager/Deputy CFO, the Accounting Clerk I will be responsible for ensuring the financial and accounting records of the municipality are accurately prepared and maintained in accordance with District policies, procedures, and bylaws.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare, maintain and reconcile records and sub-ledgers for accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgets, utility accounts, property taxation and business licensing;
• Process and reconcile bill payments, purchase orders, EFT’s, property tax payments, homeowner grant applications, cash receipts and journal entries;
• Answer public and internal inquiries relating to financial matters, bylaws and policies.

More About You
To qualify for this role, you must have a minimum of two years' work experience in an Accounting position. Additionally, an Accounting Clerk I is required to have a minimum of 1 year of post secondary in Accounting or Business Administration, preferably in a municipal setting.

As our ideal candidate, you have superior attention-to-detail and math skills. You have superior time management and organizational skills. In addition, you have sound knowledge of the policies, procedures, and principles of accounts receivable, utility billings, property taxation, accounts payable.

Above all, we value a collaborative attitude, exceptional communication skills, and fostering positive working relationships with staff.

About the Benefits

• You will receive a competitive salary of $34.76/hour as of April 1 2025; a probation rate of 90% applies to the six month probation period;
• Generous vacation and wellness leave, and the option to enroll in our Earned Time Off program;
• 100% Employer paid health and paramedical benefits;
• Professional and educational development support;
• An attractive pension program;
• A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture; and
• Regular team bonding events such as service awards, employee recognitions, year-end staff celebration, and more.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00pm on Friday, May 16 2025. Please visit our website to apply at https://www.lakecountry.bc.ca/joinourteam