Part-time Bookkeeper/Admin Assistant

Saltspringexchange; Canada; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Islanders Working Against Violence Society (IWAV) is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper/Admin Assistant to support finance and office functions at the IWAV Office. The role involves scheduling, correspondence, project coordination, coding, recording, posting, and processing day-to-day transactions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, post-secondary training in bookkeeping or business administration, at least two years of

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Post-secondary training in bookkeeping or business administration.
• Minimum two years of related experience in bookkeeping or admin.
• Experience in a non-profit organization and office environment.
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling, correspondence, and project coordination.
• Code, record, post, and process day-to-day transactions.
• Handle accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll duties.
• Maintain accounting records, files, and related systems.

Skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Communication

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Office tidiness

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Post-secondary training in bookkeeping or business administration

Minimum two years of related experience

Experience in non-profit organization

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Full Name Islanders Working Against Violence Society (IWAV)

Rate $27.53/hr to $31.57/hr

Location IWAV Office

Position: Bookkeeper/Admin Assistant
Hours of Work: Part-time: 14 hours/week
Start Date: September 2026
Worksite: IWAV Office
Responsible to: Finance Manager
Classification: Bookkeeper/Admin Assistant 3
Union Grid Level: JJEP Wage Grid 10, wage range $27.53/hr to $31.57/hr

Islanders Working Against Violence Society (IWAV) is an organization provides practical and emotional support to those impacted by violence and abuse. We also provide a range of housing options, from free emergency transitional housing to long-term, independent, affordable housing. Our team of close to 40 employees provides safe, inclusive, and confidential services. IWAV is expanding over the next 1 – 3 years and this is an opportunity to grow with us!

Summary of this Opportunity:
Under the direction and supervision of the Finance Manager, the Bookkeeper/Admin Assistant performs administrative and bookkeeping duties such as assisting with scheduling, correspondence, project coordination, coding, recording, posting, and processing day-to-day transactions. Processes include one or more of accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll. This position requires the maintenance of accounting and other records, files, and related systems.

Qualifications:

Education, training, and experience

• High School diploma
• Post-secondary training in bookkeeping or business administration
• Minimum two years of recent related experience
• Experience working in a non-profit organization and office environment
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Job Skills and Abilities

• Effective time management skills
• Demonstrates critical and innovative thinking
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated ability in a variety of bookkeeping duties
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Maintains a tidy work environment
• Works in a respectful and cooperative manner with staff, tenants and clients

Applications will be accepted until September 1, 2026.