Bookkeeper

Administration Temp Kamloops, BC $27.53 - $31.57 CAD per hour

• 2 years of post-secondary education in Bookkeeping or Accounting
• 2 years of recent related experience in AP, AR, and Payroll
• Or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• The following training isrequiredand provided to the successful candidate free of charge. Existing certification is an asset:
  Mandt-R,Abuse and Neglect Awareness training,Anti-Bullying and Harassment.
• Acriminalbackground checkwith vulnerable sector searchthrough the BC Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General.
• This position requires Union membership, and 1.85% union dues are deducted from each pay.

• Compensation: $27.53-$31.57 per hour (Grid 10 as per collective agreement compensation)
• Selection between two options for paid leaves:
• Option 1:10.6% additional pay with every paycheck
  OR
• Option 2:Vacation accrual at 3 weeks per year (6%) and a stat holiday bank (5% of worked hours).
• Fully paid job requirement training and opportunities for professional development
• Interior Community Services is a Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) employer. Temporary part-time employees' entitlement to MPP is determined after 2 years of continuous service in the role. If the candidate is already a contributing member, then enrollment is on hire.
• Up to 5 days/year of fully paid sick leave available for use after 90 days in the position
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Wage increases with every 2000 hrs. of seniority, up until Step 4
• Community involvement and wellbeing activities
• Priority as an internal candidate for future job vacancies

This role is responsible for performing a variety of bookkeeping functions, including coding, recording, posting, and processing day-to-day financial transactions. The position supports key accounting areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger maintenance. The successful candidate will maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and generate reports using various information systems and databases to support organizational operations and decision-making.

• Act as a point of contact for internal staff and external clients on financial matters.
• Code and process invoices, receipts, and other financial documents to appropriate accounts.
• Maintain accounting records by recording, posting, and reconciling transactions in journals and the general ledger.
• Prepare and issue invoices, follow up on outstanding accounts, and process approved payments.
• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain accurate financial records, including cash receipts and deposits.
• Prepare and review financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
• Submit required reports to external agencies (e.g., CRA, WorkSafeBC, benefit providers).
• Respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies related to bookkeeping activities.
• Support month-end, year-end, and audit processes by preparing documentation and reports.
• Monitor expenditures and flag budget variances or unusual expenses.
• Maintain financial tracking systems, including petty cash, purchase orders, and cheque requisitions.
• Generate ad hoc reports and maintain client/program financial data in accounting systems.
• Participate in cross-training to ensure coverage across finance and administrative functions.

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and their practical application in daily financial tasks.
• Proficiency in financial software systems and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in data entry and financial record-keeping.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact…