Public Sector Financial Services Coordinator

School District No. 33 (Chilliwack); Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

School District No. 33 (Chilliwack) seeks a Financial Services Coordinator to join the finance management team.

Reporting to the Assistant Secretary Treasurer, the role ensures accurate financial recording and efficient capture of financial information. The ideal candidate holds a CPA designation or is nearing completion, with at least 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience, including year-end audit preparation, and demonstrates strong Excel skills and ability to supervise staff.

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.

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.

Education

CPA designation

Tools

Excel

General ledger systems

Job description

School District No. 33 (Chilliwack) seeks a Financial Services Coordinator to join the finance management team.

Reporting to the Assistant Secretary Treasurer, the role ensures accurate financial recording and efficient capture of financial information. The ideal candidate holds a CPA designation or is nearing completion, with at least 3 years of full-cycle accounting experience, including year-end audit preparation, and demonstrates strong Excel skills and ability to supervise staff.