Sales Executive (m / f / d)

CLK 09R - Wildfire Financial Services Clerk

Position Classification: Union

Work Options: On-Site

Location: [Location]

Salary Range: $50,190.86 - $56,546.21 annually

Close Date: 3 / 27 / 2025

Job Type: Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date: 11 / 1 / 2025

Ministry / Organization: BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Job Summary:

The Team:

The Accounts Payable team at BC Wildfire is a dedicated group of four Financial Services Clerks based in Parksville, who play a crucial role in supporting our operations. With a range of experience, they are well-trained in all tasks and collaborate closely with colleagues across the province. This team's work is essential to ensuring smooth financial operations within BC Wildfire.

The Role:

As a Financial Services Clerk at BC Wildfire, you'll be an essential part of our team, handling accounts payable and receivable, creating and reviewing financial documents, and providing vital administrative support. Your role is key in ensuring vendors are paid on time, which helps keep our operations running smoothly and maintains strong business relationships.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent; AND
• 1 or more years experience working in an office setting; AND
• 1 or more years experience working with computerized systems.

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Experience in financial management including accounts payable, and the general ledger, as well as computer-assisted accounting and reporting systems.
• Experience in keyboarding, word processing, creating spreadsheets and working with standard computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Experience with managing workload priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Hold a post-secondary certificate, diploma or degree in finance and/or accounting.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence.
• Flexibility regarding ongoing changes in responsibilities, assignments, and corporate structures.
• Keeping current on emerging issues.
• Willingness to take in-house training and certification as required.
• Ability to fly in aircraft (fixed wing and rotary) as required.
• Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends, and be on standby with limited notice in accordance with the preparedness plan.
• Ability to travel and overnight in remote locations where accommodations may vary as required.
• Participation in ICS positions as assigned.
• Ability to work under adverse or stressful conditions, including smoke, extreme heat, and mountainous terrain in remote and isolated conditions.

These temporary (auxiliary) opportunities start in approximately April 2025 and end November 1, 2025, with the possibility of recall on a yearly basis. An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

This position has full-time on-site requirements.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities, and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies, and other position-related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application; however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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