Accounting Bookkeeper

Accounting Technician Job Title: Accounting Technician (NOC 12200)Employer: Victoria Friendship CentreLocation: 231 Regina Ave, Victoria, BC V8Z 1J6Vacancy: 1Wage: $29 per hour for 40 hours a weekEmployment groups to include: persons with disabilities, indigenous, newcomers to Canada, student, and vulnerable youthTerms of employment: Term or contractStart Date: as soon as possible Job Requirements:LanguagesEnglishEducation·      College certificateExperience·      At least 1year to less than 2 years of work experience as an accounting technician or bookkeeper. Duties:* Recording financial transactions into accounting software including sales, purchases, receipts and payment,* Maintain and prepare invoices/receipts, purchase orders and documents to Indigenous Services Canada upon request.* Facilitate the payments process for approved Jordan’s Principles submission of the VNFC.* Verify vendor accounts by reconciling statements, searching and correcting discrepancies.* Review and Prepare breakdowns for credit card processes including reconciliation of accounts.* Use VanCity AFT (Central 1) SAGE 50 and processing of electronic payments.* Maintain all files and documentation required for the Finance systems of the VCNFC.* Maintain positive and respectful relations with the Jordan Principle team, children, youth and families they serve.Work Conditions·       Fast-paced environment·       Work under pressure·       Tight deadlines·       Attention to detail·       Large caseload·       Large workload Personal Suitability:·       Accurate·       Client focus·       Dependability·       Efficient interpersonal skills·       Excellent oral communication·       Excellent written communication·       Flexibility·       Initiative·       Interpersonal awareness·       Judgement·       Organized·       Reliability·       Team player·       Ability to multitask·       Adaptability·       Due diligence·       ProactiveHow to ApplyEmail: admin@vnfc.caIn Person: 10am to 4 pm 

Calculate and prepare cheques for payrollKeep financial records and establish, maintain and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systemsMaintain general ledgers and financial statementsPost journal entriesPrepare other statistical, financial and accounting reportsPrepare tax returnsPrepare trial balance of booksReconcile accountsPrepare reports for senior managementPrepare financial information for individuals, departments or companiesAssist in preparing annual budgetsDevelop and implement policies and procedures for daily operations

The person we are looking for is driven and focused on achieving targeted performance goals. You are results-oriented, with an excellent customer service attitude, and are passionate about finding more efficient and effective ways to work. You are a team player who can also work independently and have strong written and verbal communication skills.What you’ll be doing:Monitor accounts daily to identify where follow up and collection activities are necessary, preparing and organizing documentation necessary to collect payment.Building relationships both internally with Taymor associates and externally with customers through personalized, attentive communication, ensuring that every interaction is not just a transaction but a meaningful exchange that contributes to building lasting relationships.Monitor incoming cash for accuracy, credit limits, EFT payments daily.Process credit applications, including reviewing credit holds and releasing customer orders on holdSet up and maintaining accounts and termsProvide high quality customer service regarding collection issues, processing customer refunds, reviewing account adjustments, resolving client discrepancies and short paymentsAccountable for reduced delinquency, enlisting efforts of sales and senior management where necessary to accelerate the collections process and share informationPrepare weekly and monthly reporting and provide commentary on trends and activityMaintain Accounts receivable KPIsProviding ongoing guidance, leadership, and direction for direct reports and be the liaison of information to the greater companyProviding regular feedback and analysis to business partners to improve operations or address issuesWeekly/Monthly/Quarterly reporting on accounts status through to upper management.What you’ll need to be successful:Education: College Diploma with Certificate in accounting (or equivalent)Intermediate/advanced in Excel (pivot tables, V look-ups, etc.)Experience working for a multi-national company and/or public companyExperience using an ERP such as Sage X3, Oracle, SAP, or JD Edwards.Understanding of the accounting cycle and order processStrong communication skills, ability to have difficult collections conversations with customers and negotiate a successful outcomeHigh attention to detail and ability to review own work to identify mistakesKnowledge of US tax exemption certificates an assetNote that this is a hybrid role that requires working in the office at a minimum every Monday and Wednesday, as well as alternate days for when holidays fall on either day. We reserve the right to increase the number of days in the office as per our telecommuting policy, up to and including 5 days in the office.What you’ll get from us:In return for your hard work and excellent customer service skills, you will be awarded a competitive base salary ($65,000-$77,000), based on skills and experience, along with a wide host of benefits including:3 weeks starting vacation8 wellness daysRRSP matchingGroup retirement program for employeesExtended health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage effective immediatelyLife, dependent, and disability insuranceLots of support for continuous learning to advance your skillsA family-first culture where work-life balance truly mattersTaymor welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.