Accounting Assistant (Temporary)

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society

Job Location:

Surrey - Canada

Yearly Salary: $ 25 - 29

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: AccountingAssistant (Temporary)

Status: Temporary Full-time (Union position)
Schedule:35 hours/week (Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm)

Wage:$25.95 - $29.76/hour (starting $25.95)
Grid:10

Start Date: ASAP
End Date: May 21 2026 or return of incumbent

Date Posted:September 24 2025
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Please note that internal applicants must apply by September 30 2025internal applications received after this date will not beconsidered as internal and seniority will not apply. Position will remain openuntil filled.

The Opportunity:

The Accounting Assistant supports the Finance team byprocessing full-cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This rolerequires multi-tasking meeting tight deadlines and collaborating with othermembers of the finance team and with staff from other departments.

The Key Areas of Responsibility are:

Performsfull-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions includingsubledger reconciliations;
Disbursesreplenishes and reconciles Translink bus tickets;
Performscollection on delinquent accounts;
Processesand files routine journal entries;
Preparesreports such as statistical summaries and transaction tracking and any otherreports requested by the manager;
Assists inthe completion of the of month end budget audit and various annual reviewsand all related tasks;
Providesinput and feedback to support the continuous improvement of financial processsystems and internal controls;
Performsother related duties as assigned.

Qualified candidates will possess:

Completionof Level 2 of a diploma in financial or accounting program;
Minimum 3years of proven progressive accounting experience;
Proficiencywith Microsoft Office including Excel and Word;
Knowledgeand experience with Sage Accpac ERP software;
Demonstratedaccuracy and attention to detail;
Ability tomaintain confidential information;
Demonstratedorganizational skills and ability to multi-task;
Ability towork independently and meet deadlines;
Basicworking knowledge of GAAP;
Ability toexercise good accounting judgment and take appropriate action where necessary;
Verbal andwritten English proficiency at a professional level.

A Criminal Record Check is a requirement of employment.

Please note that we currently have staff on the recall list. If an applicant on the recall list applies to this vacancy the provisions under Article 13.5 Recall of the Collective Agreement will apply and we will not consider internal applications from those with less seniority.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To apply please upload your resume and cover letter asseparate note that only Word or PDF formats canbe accepted. As part of the application process you will beprompted to complete a short questionnaire. Please ensure all questions position is not available for sponsorship onlycandidates legally entitled to work in Canada can be considered.

To view all opportunities at DIVERSEcity visit INFORMATION:

This position is based in our Surrey office and is currentlyan in-person services. DIVERSEcity has implemented newsafety procedures for in-office and in-person work to view our safety planplease visit will be provided with the training and equipment to safely carry outtheir duties ensuring the best protection for our staff and clients.

A comprehensive job description will be provided to all candidatesshortlisted for interviews.

DIVERSEcity is committed to employment equity and encouragesapplications from people of all gender identities and expressions persons withdisabilities Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilitieswho anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application andhiring process may contact our HR department at (). Any personalinformation provided will be maintained in confidence.

About DIVERSEcity

DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society is a registeredcharity devoted to helping newcomers. For 46 years we have focused on providingspecialized services newcomers to find employment learn English find housingdeal with family challenges work through mental health issues and accessmedical care. DIVERSEcity is a client-centred organization committed to qualityand accountability. We value growth respect integrity and learn more about DIVERSEcity visit us at thank all applicants for their interest in thisopportunity; however only those selected for an interview will becontacted.

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