Accounting Supervisor

Science World; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization is looking for an Accounting Supervisor in Vancouver. The role involves supervising financial functions like accounts payable, receivable, and payroll management. Candidates should have supervisory experience and a degree in Business Administration or Finance. The position offers a salary of $70,000 - $75,000 annually, along with a substantial benefits package including health coverage, RRSP matching, and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Extended Health

Dental

RRSP matching

Hybrid Work environment

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-year supervisory experience in an Accounting/Finance environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Accounts Payable, Receivable, and Financial Reporting functions.
• Manage and process bi-weekly payroll.
• Prepare month-end and year-end working papers.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Financial reporting

Payroll processing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Finance

4th year CPA student

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage 300

Payroll processing software

Job description

Overview

Full Time

Position: Accounting Supervisor

Reports to: Controller

Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia. Our mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature and our purpose is Science for All.

Our Science for All strategy is to revitalize Science World with a substantial capital plan to replace critical infrastructure, enhance the visitor experience and develop new content across all our channels under the themes of Regeneration of the Planet, Human Health, and Inclusion. Our plan is to ensure that people throughout British Columbia, especially under-represented communities, have access to high quality, informal STEAM learning. Through our onsite, online and outreach programs, Science World seeks to spark curiosity and wonder in STEAM and support development of talent across communities in the province.

As part of our team, you will join a diverse community that acknowledges everyone's unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors, our members, our volunteers and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.

As a facility, Science World is generally open to the public seven days a week, with some extended evening hours in the summer months. Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:30pm, with front-facing and operational teams also working a variety of shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings. Hours of work and other related requirements will be scheduled according to business needs, and this may include special events on evenings, weekends and holidays.

Position Description

Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Supervisor oversees all Accounts Payable, Receivable, Deposit and Financial Reporting functions. This position's responsibilities include maintaining financial and statistical data, internal controls, business planning, on-going systems maintenance and development, financial analysis, and payroll processing. The Accounting Supervisor will supervise the accounts payable, receivable, deposit, and financial reporting functions to ensure they uphold GAAP and other standards set by Science World.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of the Accounts Payable, Receivable, Deposit (bunker) and Financial Reporting functions
• Review and submit all required statutory returns (e.g., PST, GST) and stay up to date with reporting deadlines
• Maintain and update employee information in the company's database
• Management and processing of bi-weekly payroll and issuing ROE and T-4 forms
• Manage and maintain GL accounts, subledgers and main general ledger
• Complete complex bank reconciliations
• Prepare accruals including payroll and related accounts
• Prepare account reconciliations including prepaids, and accruals
• Contribute to grant reporting and complete grant reconciliations
• Record membership deferral and complete related reporting
• Assist with T3010 annual charity return compilation
• Assist with Financial Statement preparation
• Prepare month-end and year-end working papers
• Contribute to the annual audit
• Oversee attendance reporting
• System maintenance and enhancement
• Invoice approval
• Audit transactions, including expense claims
• Record investment transactions
• Assist in the preparation of the financial forecasts and annual budget
• Provide coverage and support for the Controller
• Operate within the philosophy, culture, and values of Science World
• Performs other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role

Qualifications

• 4th year CPA student with a bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a Finance related degree
• Minimum of 3-year supervisory experience in an Accounting/Finance environment
• Experience or knowledge in using the Service Canada Website and Canada Revenue Agency website
• Experience or knowledge in using payroll processing software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly in Excel and Sage 300
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines and to work independently in a multi-tasking environment

The pay range for this position is $70,000 - $75,000 per year.

Science World offers a substantial benefits package after successfully completing probation, including Extended Health, Dental, Voluntary RRSP/TFSA Plan, generous paid time off (vacation, sick, wellness days), Personal Enrichment Day, Science World membership, RRSP matching (after 1 year), Hybrid Work environment and Professional Development.

Do you feel you have not met every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification in the job posting.

Science World is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment so we strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification outlined, as you may have transferable skills that would be an asset to our team.

Please apply by Monday, September 29, 2025

Please upload a cover letter and a copy of your resume as part of your application

* All offers are subject to satisfactory completion of reference and police criminal record checks.

We would like to thank all candidates. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted *