Financial Services Coordinator

Chilliwack School District No. 33; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 78,264 - 97,830; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Chilliwack School District No. 33 seeks a knowledgeable Financial Services Coordinator to join the finance management team. Reporting to the Assistant Secretary Treasurer, you will ensure accurate financial recording and efficient capture of financial information.

You will develop procurement policies, supervise closing processes, and support audits with strong analytical and communication skills. A CPA designation and 3 years of full-cycle accounting are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of full cycle accounting experience, including year-end
• Experience in purchasing, contract administration, and integrated general ledger systems.
• PSAS familiarity and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee procurement policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with public sector regulations and organizational policies.
• Conduct audits and reviews to mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Supervise period-end closing processes and review journal entries.
• Provide guidance to accounting clerks and oversee balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support fee management software setup and maintenance.
• Oversee reporting for Special Purpose Funds.
• Conduct cost analysis on educational initiatives.
• Support internal audit processes and report findings.

Skills

Full cycle accounting

Year-end audit preparation

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Independent/work in team

Education

CPA designation (CA/CGA/CMA)

Tools

General ledger systems

Job description

Chilliwack School District No. 33 is located at the eastern end of the Fraser Valley and is privileged to operate within S'olh Temexw, the traditional territory of the Stó:lō People, enriched by the cultural heritage of the Pilalt, Sema:th, and Ts’elxwéyeqw.

Our district serves approximately 15,000 students and employs around 2,400 dedicated employees, fostering a safe, caring, and inclusive learning and working environment where all feel valued and supported. Guided by our purpose (honouring, shaping, and inspiring our past, present, and future), and grounded in the principle of Tómiyeqw, we make thoughtful, ethical decisions that support learners, our community, and future generations. Rooted in Inclusion, Diversity, Kindness, Equity, and Innovation, and strengthened by our commitment to Reconciliation, well-being, and accountability, we prioritize responsible stewardship and long-term sustainability to support high-quality learning and organizational excellence.

About the Position:

The Chilliwack School District is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Financial Services Coordinator to join our finance management team. Reporting to the Assistant Secretary Treasurer , the Financial Services Coordinator will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial transaction recording and the efficient capture of financial information.

Core Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with public sector regulations and organizational policies.
• Conduct audits and reviews to mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Supervise period-end closing processes and review journal entries.
• Provide guidance to accounting clerks and oversee balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support fee management software setup and maintenance.
• Oversee reporting for Special Purpose Funds.
• Conduct cost analysis on educational initiatives.
• Support internal audit processes and report findings.

Salary Range:

$78,264 to $97,830. Total rewards package includes competitive salary, benefits, pension and professional development opportunities.

Are You the Ideal Candidate?

Join us as a key member of our Financial Services team, where you will champion our District’s Vision, Mission, and Values through expert financial management and strategic support. Your role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing purchasing and contract management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. With your proactive approach, strong analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and dedication to fostering an ethical and transparent financial environment, you will drive the success of our finance operations and support informed decision-making across the district.

Qualifications:

• CPA designation (CA, CGA, or CMA) or nearing completion.
• Minimum 3 years of full cycle accounting experience, including year-end audit preparation.
• Experience in purchasing, contract administration, and integrated general ledger systems.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Experience in management and supervision, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Advanced skills in Excel and other software, with the ability to automate routine tasks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

For further information, please email [e-mail].

Chilliwack School District is committed to diversity and inclusion.

We encourage applications from candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, LGBTQIA2S+, a member of a visible minority, and/or a person with a disability.