Bookkeeper

Alliance for Arts and Culture; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization in Vancouver is seeking a Part-time Bookkeeper to manage full cycle accounting tasks. The role involves preparing financial reports, processing payroll, and collaborating with the Box Office Manager. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience handling a full set of books.
• Completion of CPA prep courses modules 1 to 5.2.

Responsibilities

• Full cycle accounting including A/R, A/P, Payroll.
• Preparation of monthly finance reports and bank reconciliations.
• Acting as the Privacy Policy Officer for the company.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary education completion

Tools

Sage 50

Microsoft Office

Dayforce/Ceridian

Job description

The Vancouver International Wine Festival—Canada’s premier wine show—aims to produce exciting wine events that inform, educate, and entertain wine enthusiasts and trade professionals worldwide. It also serves as a marketing platform for participating wineries, agents, sponsors, restaurants, and partners, while raising funds for our charity, Bard on the Beach.

Responsibilities:

1. Full cycle accounting, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and remittances for one company.
2. Preparation of T4s & T4As, filing GST and payroll remittance, Workers Compensation Board reports, and summaries.
3. Preparation of monthly finance reports for various departments, posting journal entries, and bank reconciliations.
4. Distributing monthly G/L reports.
5. Processing invoices and posting payments using Moneris and banking systems.
6. Acting as the Privacy Policy Officer for the company.
7. Recording weekly ticketing sales transactions in Sage 50.
8. Preparing weekly payroll, ROEs, and tracking vacation and sick days for five permanent employees and additional contractors during the festival.
9. Reporting to the Box Office Manager and collaborating with the accountant and Executive Director.

Qualifications:

1. Post-secondary education completion.
2. At least two years of experience handling a full set of books, including A/R, A/P, Payroll, General Journal, and General Ledger, across two fiscal years including year-end.
3. Completion of modules 1 to 5.2 in CPA prep courses, level 3 CGA, or equivalent.
4. Experience with Dayforce/Ceridian payroll and proficiency with Sage 50 accounting software.
5. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
6. Experience with non-profit/charity organizations and ticketing systems is an asset.
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
8. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

How to Apply:

Send your resume and cover letter to Jaqueline Schwarz at [e-mail] with the subject line “Part-time Bookkeeper”. The position is primarily in-person, preferably on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with additional days as needed.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.