Accountant
Reporting to the Controller, the Accountant will assist the Finance & Administration department with general accounting functions. This role will have a broad range of responsibilities involving many aspects of the monthly, quarterly, and year end close process. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, enjoys working both independently and collaboratively on a team, and has high attention to detail.
Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000
Reporting to: Controller
Location: Vancouver, BC
Work Arrangement: Hybrid role with a requirement to work in-office at least 2 days per week
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
What you will be doing
- Accounts payable: coding in accordance with budget; EFT and cheque payments
- Accounts receivable
- Sub-lease monthly billing
- Monthly reconciliation of credit cards statements
- Vendor bank verification
- Program claims
- Organizing and maintaining accounting files and filing systems
- Follow up with staff regarding expense reimbursement
- Assisting in tasks related to year-end audit
- Other accounting-related projects, as assigned
What you will need
- Degree or diploma in Accounting or a related discipline
- At least 1–3 years of experience in accounting or accounts payable
- Experience in the public sector or a not-for-profit organization is an asset
- Proficiency with QuickBooks
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- A people-oriented individual who enjoys building strong internal and external relationships
- Professional, proactive, and curious, with strong integrity and a demonstrated ability to take initiative
Working Conditions
- IBC is a hybrid organization and requires employees to work in-office at least 2 days per week. IBC is headquartered in Vancouver, BC with a satellite office in Victoria, BC
- Limited travel may be required
What We Offer
- Hybrid work environment
- Access to a gym and other amenities at the Vancouver office
- Learning and development opportunities
- Access to events and conferences
- Competitive benefits and pension plan
This job description may change at the discretion of Innovate BC.
About Innovate BC
A Crown Agency of British Columbia, Innovate BC works to foster innovation across the province and bolster the growth of the local economy through delivering a wide range of programs that help companies start and scale, access talent and encourage technology development, commercialization, and adoption. Innovate BC also drives crucial data collection and research, and works to forge strategic industry and community partnerships that create more opportunities for B.C. innovators.
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We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found.
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Innovate BC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proudly maintains an organizational culture of inclusion, respect and understanding. In our work to create a thriving and more diverse innovation ecosystem within British Columbia, we know that our efforts only benefit from the vibrant diversity of backgrounds, identities, and characteristics that are reflected across our team and partners. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. As part of our effort to provide a barrier free recruitment process, should you require accommodations in the process, please let us know by contacting hr@innovatebc.ca.
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