Junior Accountant Job at BC Infrastructure Benefits

BC Infrastructure Benefits Vancouver, BC

Job Title: Junior Accountant

Department: Finance

Reports to: Manager, Finance

Summary
BCIB is the provincial Crown Corporation responsible for implementing the Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) on select public infrastructure projects. The CBA prioritizes hiring of local, Indigenous, women, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups and enables a culturally competent and respectful worksite. BCIB is committed to growing and mobilizing a safe, diverse, and skilled workforce and increase opportunities for apprenticeships.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Junior Accountant will provide support to the Finance department by performing detailed daily tasks such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, daily bank transactions, reconciliations, and correspondence with third parties.

Essential Duties &
Responsibilities

  • Daily monitoring and recording of bank transactions.
  • Deposit cheques with the bank and recording bank deposits in accounting system.
  • Prepare bank reconciliations in accounting system.
  • Process Accounts Payable and bi-weekly payment cycle.
  • Process Account Receivables, billing, posting and, bank deposits etc.
  • Assist with accounting month end journal entries and processing GL transactions as required to support financial reporting.
  • Assist with the preparation of month end reconciliations.
  • Support other finance team members as necessary.
  • Assist with other ad hoc activities and reporting as assigned.
  • Assist with all other finance duties as required.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

  • Strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong time management, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Self - motivated individual; flexible and adaptable.
  • Computer literacy with skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Ability to work independently.

Education and Experience

  • Knowledge of basic Accounting principles and practices.

1 year working experience with Excel, Word, and accounting software (preferred).

  • 1 year of Accounts Payable and Accounting experience (preferred).
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics GP and Oracle Netsuite considered an asset.

BCIB is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all those interested in the role to apply.
BCIB staff will review all applications received, but only those shortlisted will be contacted for a follow-up interview.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site gym
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • basic accounting: 1 year (preferred)
  • Microsoft Excel: 1 year (preferred)
  • accounts payable and accounting: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location




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