Staff Accountant

About the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade

Since its inception in 1887, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has been recognized as Pacific Canada’s leading business association, engaging members to positively impact public policy at all levels of government and succeed and prosper in the global economy. With a membership whose employees comprise one third of B.C.’s workforce, we are the largest business association between Victoria and Toronto. We leverage this collective strength, facilitating networking opportunities and professional development through unique Signature Programs and events. In addition, we operate one of the largest (now virtual) events businesses in the country, providing a platform for Presidents, Prime Ministers, national and international business, and thought leaders.

Position Description:

Staff Accountant (permanent, full-time)

The Staff Accountant is primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions. In addition, the Staff Accountant will assist with general ledger reconciliations, general journal entries, and month end closing.

Duties & Responsibilities

Accounts Payable:

· Code and enter all vendor invoices

· Transition vendors to electronic payment processing

· Ensure invoices are approved before payment

· Reconcile vendor accounts

· Reconcile, code and enter expense reports

· Reconcile, code and enter corporate credit card statements

· Process payments by EFT and on-line bill payments

· Prepare monthly GST remittances

Accounts Receivable:

· Generate invoices for membership sales/renewals, event sponsorships, advertising sales, event registrations, document certifications, and other services

· Process payment receipts (Cheques, EFTs, credit cards)

· Reconcile member accounts

· Process adjustments/credits/refunds as necessary

· Generate and distribute member statements

· Responsible for collection efforts on overdue accounts

· Respond to member inquiries

Other Duties

· Petty cash administration

· Assist with various general ledger month-end reconciliations

· Assist with year-end audit

· Ad hoc duties as required from time to time

Qualifications

Education:

· Post secondary school education (college, university or equivalent) in business/accounting or equivalent work experience

· Pursuing or planning to pursue CPA designation

Preferred Experience:

· Two (2) years’ experience in similar or complementary role

Required Skills:

· Strong attention to detail

· Able to meet required deadlines

· Able to work independently with minimal supervision

· Team player demonstrating strong customer relations focus and interpersonal skills

Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000 depending on experience

We Offer

· Competitive compensation and benefits program including defined contribution pension plan, health and dental programs

· Professional working environment

If this description sounds like you, please apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to careers@boardoftrade.com with the subject line “Staff Accountant”.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $55,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1