Bookkeeper (2026-113)

Collage; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Vacation 3 weeks

Stat holidays 13 days/year

Sick leave accrual 1 day/month

Wage increases with seniority

Internal candidate priority

Professional development

Job summary

Interior Community Services is seeking a full-time Finance administrator in Kamloops, BC. The role focuses on essential bookkeeping duties, including coding, posting, and processing daily financial transactions within accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger maintenance.

The candidate will maintain accurate records, generate reports, and support month-end, year-end, and audits while adapting to a unionized workplace with defined benefits and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in bookkeeping or accounting is required or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of recent related experience in AP, AR, and payroll.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and provide a vulnerable sector search if required.

Responsibilities

• Code and process invoices, receipts and financial documents to appropriate accounts.
• Maintain accounting records by recording, posting and reconciling transactions.
• Prepare and issue invoices and follow up on outstanding accounts.
• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare financial reports and submit required reports to external agencies.

Skills

Bookkeeping knowledge

AP/AR/payroll

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Bookkeeping or Accounting

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Administration Full Time Kamloops, BC $27.53 - $31.57 CAD per hour

• 2 years of post-secondary education in Bookkeeping or Accounting
• 2 years of recent related experience in AP, AR, and Payroll
• Or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• The following training isrequiredand provided to the successful candidate free of charge. Existing certification is an asset: Mandt-R,Abuse and Neglect Awareness training,Anti-Bullying and Harassment.
• Acriminalbackground checkwith vulnerable sector searchthrough the BC Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General.
• This position requires Union membership, and 1.85% union dues are deducted from each pay.

BENEFITS

• Compensation: $27.53-$31.57 per hour (Grid 10 as per collective agreement compensation)
• Extended Health Care Benefits, including Long Term Disability, Dental, Vision, Paramedical Services, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee & Family Assistance Program, etc., upon completion of the probationary period.
• Annual vacation starting from 3 weeks after 1 year and increasing with seniority, as per the Collective Agreement
• 13 days of paid stat holidays per year
• 1 day per month sick leave accrual, and you may use it after 90 days of employment.
• Wage increases with every 2000 hrs. of seniority, up until Step 4
• Priority as an internal candidate for future job vacancies
• Community involvement and well-being activities
• Fully paid job requirement training and opportunities for professional development

ABOUT THE JOB:

This role is responsible for performing a variety of bookkeeping functions, including coding, recording, posting, and processing day-to-day financial transactions. The position supports key accounting areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger maintenance. The successful candidate will maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and generate reports using various information systems and databases to support organizational operations and decision-making.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as a point of contact for internal staff and external clients on financial matters.
• Code and process invoices, receipts, and other financial documents to appropriate accounts.
• Maintain accounting records by recording, posting, and reconciling transactions in journals and the general ledger.
• Prepare and issue invoices, follow up on outstanding accounts, and process approved payments.
• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain accurate financial records, including cash receipts and deposits.
• Prepare and review financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
• Submit required reports to external agencies (e.g., CRA, WorkSafeBC, benefit providers).
• Respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies related to bookkeeping activities.
• Support month-end, year-end, and audit processes by preparing documentation and reports.
• Monitor expenditures and flag budget variances or unusual expenses.
• Maintain financial tracking systems, including petty cash, purchase orders, and cheque requisitions.
• Generate ad hoc reports and maintain client/program financial data in accounting systems.
• Participate in cross-training to ensure coverage across finance and administrative functions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and their practical application in daily financial tasks.
• Proficiency in financial software systems and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in data entry and financial record-keeping.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with staff and vendors.
• Ability to respond to inquiries in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Capacity to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities across various channels in a fast-paced setting.

JOB NUMBER: 2026-113

PROGRAM: Finance

STATUS: Full-Time

HOURS of WORK: 37.5 hours per week

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

REPORTS TO: Finance Manager

COMPENSATION: $27.53-$31.57 per hour (Grid 10 as per collective agreement compensation)

CLOSING DATE: The position closes when a suitable candidate is found

Interior Community Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, visible or invisible diverse abilities, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or, citizenship or immigration status. Where bona fide occupational requirements limit the applicant selection, the burden of proof rests with the Employer.