Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia

Job Type: Term – Full Time.

Wage: 32.27

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team at Progressive Housing Society. This role is a position within the finance department being responsible for full-cycle AP and AR functions, payroll (200+ employees) guiding general accounting activities, and ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions. This is an exempt position.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
• Perform invoice coding, matching, and data entry.
• Coordinate bi-weekly payment runs and obtain necessary approvals
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in invoices and payments
• Reconcile accounts receivables
• Assist with full-cycle accounting functions, including AP, AR, and payroll
• Maintain accurate financial records using SAGE 300 and ComVida
• Collaborate with internal team

Qualifications

• Must have Bachelor’s degree in business (Accounting/Finance) or Diploma in Accounting/Finance Management with relevant experience
• Must have Minimum 2-5 years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or full-cycle bookkeeping
• Must have experience working in a union environment and understanding of working with a collective agreement.
• At least 1 year experience with SAGE 300
• Experience with ComVida is an asset
• Experience in not-for-profit sectors is considered an asset
• Successful completion of a criminal record check
• experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity is an asset

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail
• Strong Leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work independently and prioritize tasks under tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and reconciliation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other accounting/data entry tools
• Proficient in full-cycle bookkeeping, including AP, AR, and ALL payroll functions.