Intermediate Accountant (00135.43)

Thompson Rivers University; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Canada is seeking an intermediate-level accounting professional to support the Finance department. The role encompasses responsibilities such as reconciling accounts, preparing financial reports, and assisting with compliance. The ideal candidate will have a business degree and significant experience in accounting, particularly with GAAP and CRA regulations. This position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to work in a vibrant community.

Benefits

Generous vacation and leave options

Employer paid comprehensive health coverage

Pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Three years of progressive accounting experience preparing financial analytics and reports.
• Experience utilizing and developing large complex spreadsheets and databases.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and analyze balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Prepare divisional and organizational financial statements.
• Assist other departmental staff with financial system advice.
• Support various clerical functions within Finance.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Understanding of GAAP

Knowledge of CRA regulations

Effective verbal and written communication

Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Completion of business bachelor's degree

Tools

Computerized accounting systems

Job description

This intermediate-level accounting position provides comprehensive support to the Finance department across a range of responsibilities. Key duties include reconciling balance sheet and income statement accounts, preparing journal entries, analyzing financial data, and assisting with internal and external financial statements and working papers. The role also supports forecasting, reporting to government and non-government agencies, and other general accounting duties, including special projects. Success in this position requires strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and relevant CRA regulations, and a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Why TRU?

At Thompson Rivers University, we offer outstanding benefits—from generous vacation and leave options to employer paid comprehensive health coverage, pension plan, and professional development opportunities.

Why Kamloops?

Kamloops is one of the best cities to live in Canada! Situated in beautiful British Columbia’s southern interior, this sun‑soaked city offers the perfect mix of natural beauty, affordability, and community spirit. With 2,000+ hours of sunshine each year, you can ski in the morning, bike in the afternoon, and unwind at a local winery or live music venue by evening. From hiking trails to art galleries, farmers’ markets to festivals, Kamloops offers big‑city energy without the gridlock. It’s a welcoming, family‑friendly community with a lower cost of living and room to grow—personally and professionally.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reconciles and analyzes assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts; prepares and verifies related journal entries.
• Assists in preparing divisional and organizational financial statements or reports.
• Processes regular and recurring journal entries and interdepartmental invoices; sets up vendors and inputs other assigned entries into the system.
• Assists other departmental and TRU staff with advice, training, and expertise on the use of the financial systems.
• Prepares assigned standard and ad‑hoc management information reports including supporting working papers.
• Prepares and remits reports to various governmental and non‑governmental agencies such as Canada Revenue Agency and BC Provincial Government, Statistics Canada and others.
• Reviews, analyzes and verifies journal entries and other posting reports.
• Provides a variety of business support, project assistance and analysis for the Finance department management team.
• Supports and provides backup for various clerical functions within Finance, including running financial processes.
• Maintains relevant filing system and records.

Reporting Structure:

As assigned

Qualifications:

Education:

• Completion of business bachelor's degree

Experience:

• Three years' related progressive accounting experience preparing financial analytics, reconciliations and other financial reports, including utilizing and developing large complex spreadsheets and databases
• Experience with computerized accounting systems

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Related to the Job:

• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Knowledge of CRA rules and regulations
• Demonstrable advanced Excel skills
• Required to work with clients and staff with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy
• Required to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Proven ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Working conditions:

• Sitting at a desk and computer for long periods of time
• General office conditions

The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.

Pay Band:

$30.68 - $34.09 (CUPE Grade 08 (90% - 100%)

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.