Junior Accountant

Baptist Housing; Surrey; Vor Ort; CAD 53.000 - 57.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Employer-paid extended health and **d­

Zusammenfassung

Baptist Housing in Surrey, BC is seeking a Junior Accountant to join our ministry office on a permanent full-time basis. The role supports the Senior Accountants and Divisional Controller by maintaining financial records, reconciling bank accounts, and overseeing rent collection while assisting with month-end and year-end closings.

You will process transactions, reconcile ledgers, and collaborate with leadership to strengthen financial processes, supporting our servant leadership values in a

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 2 years of accounting experience.
• Experience in non-profit accounting is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field is an asset.

Aufgaben

• Prepare and post standard month-end journal entries.
• Balance operating bank accounts and reconcile rent revenue.
• Process monthly electronic rent collections and maintain rent revenue records.
• Reconcile rent revenue from residents and third-party subsidy providers.
• Record intersociety and interbank transfers.
• Assist with monthly and year-end closings, audits and financial reporting.

Kenntnisse

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

High school diploma with accounting coursework

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Jobbeschreibung

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada | Permanent Full Time

The Opportunity

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. The Junior Accountant supports the Senior Accountants and Divisional Controller in maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling bank accounts, and overseeing rent collection. They also assist with monthly and year-end closings, audits, and special projects.

About The Role

• This is a permanent full-time position located in our Ministry Office in Surrey

As a Junior Accountant, you play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and supporting the overall financial health of Baptist Housing. You will be responsible for processing financial transactions, reconciling accounts, and assisting with monthly and year-end financial reporting. Additionally, you will foster positive relationships with team members and external partners while upholding the values of servant leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reconciliation

• Prepare and post standard month-end journal entries.
• Balance operating bank accounts twice per week.
• Record deposits and adjusting entries in bank and general ledger.
• Prepare monthly bank statement reconciliations.
• Process monthly electronic rent collections and maintain accurate rent revenue records.
• Reconcile rent revenue from residents and third-party subsidy providers.
• Record intersociety and interbank transfers

Team Support & Leadership

• Provide support and respond to inquiries from team members.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize financial processes and successful outcomes.
• Contribute to a positive and engaging work environment.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure accuracy in financial transactions to prevent misappropriation or financial loss.
• Maintain compliance with contracts, privacy legislation, and internal controls.
• Participate in audits and financial reporting to support regulatory requirements.

Professional Development & Collaboration

• Stay updated on financial programs and systems used in the role.
• Collaborate with the Divisional Controller on workflow and deadlines.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with team members and leadership.

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma with coursework in accounting or bookkeeping required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is an asset

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience required.
• Experience in non-profit accounting is preferred

About You

You are an organized and detail-oriented professional with a strong aptitude for numbers, analysis, and technology. With advanced Excel skills and a keen eye for accuracy, you thrive in managing financial transactions and reconciling accounts. Deadlines don’t intimidate you - you excel under pressure while maintaining precision in your work. Beyond your technical skills, you are a strong communicator, able to convey financial information clearly in both written and verbal formats. You work well with others, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment. Adaptable and flexible, you embrace change and seek innovative solutions to challenges. Most importantly, you align with Baptist Housing’s values, demonstrating compassion, integrity, and a commitment to servant leadership. You take your work seriously but know how to have fun along the way, contributing to a culture of teamwork, learning, and respect.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive and well-rounded compensation package, including:

• Salary range: $53,000 – $57,000
• Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits
• Generous vacation entitlement
• RRSP matching program
• Ongoing learning and professional development support

Baptist Housing Careers

Our Promise

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. Joining Baptist Housing means joining a committed and compassionate team that strives to create a warm and relational community where you can confidently bring your whole self to work, knowing your contributions are valued and recognized. Our people and our values set us apart, and together we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Why Work at Baptist Housing?

• Meaningful Service: Your work matters! You make a real impact on the lives of our residents. Your role is both fulfilling and purposeful.
• Supportive & Fun Community: We're more than colleagues. Experience a supportive, safe and fun environment where we take our work seriously, but not ourselves.
• Recognition & Appreciation: Experience appreciation events and receive recognition awards through our team programs.