Accounting Assistant

3 weeks ago


Kelowna, Canada SW Event Technology Full time

SW Event Technology
- Administration
- Full Time |
- Permanent
- 325 Bay Avenue Kelowna
- 1 position available
- Accessible Employer: Yes
- Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: Yes

Posted on February 15, 2024

About the Job:
Join our team as a full-time Accounting Assistant supporting accounts receivable/payable/payroll functions and providing essential administrative support to our accounting department. Located at our headquarters in Kelowna BC, you’ll play a key role in servicing our regional branches in BC and Saskatchewan, offering a great opportunity for growth in the accounting field. If you’re ready to contribute backstage to the success of event professionals,

Who We Are:
SW Event Technology / Showtime Event & Display is a leading event services company in Canada, and our winning team of industry experts brings our client’s dream events, both big and small to life. We provide our expert services to the nation’s most exciting live, virtual and hybrid events ranging from concerts, sporting events, festivals, trade shows,and galas, to conferences and equipment rentals.

What you will have the opportunity to do:

- Track and process accounts and incoming payments
- Perform day to day financial transactions including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivable data
- Reconcile A/R statements, verify discrepancies and resolve clients’ billing issues
- Create Invoices and monitor quotes and completed invoices
- Facilitate payment of invoices due to the organization by sending bill reminders and contacting clients with outstanding accounts
- Assist in the preparation of payroll, eventually gaining the skill set to complete payroll processing on you own as required
- Assist accounts payable as required
- Provide general accounting and clerical support to the accounting department
- Enter and maintain digital and physical accounting records and documents
- Ensure the confidentiality and security of all financial and employee files
- Perform other duties as assigned and deemed necessary

**Responsibilities & Qualifications**:
To be successful in this role you have:

- Completion of post-secondary education in accounting or bookkeeping or equivalent experience
- 1+ years of working in a busy administrative role is an asset
- Bonus points if you have experience in using employee time management and accounting software such as Sage

You might be the person we are looking for if you:

- Possess an exceptional eye for detail and have exceptional organizational skills
- Love helping people— You have strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization and with all external contacts.
- Strong ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality

Professional demeanor, a positive attitude, and customer-focused approach
- Can analyze large volumes of information whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy with ability to handle tight timelines and adapt to changing customer needs
- Possess strong problem solving skills with the ability be proactive and identify potential issues

**Salary/Wage**:
21-24

**Other Perks/Benefits**:
Full Time Permanent Position with flexible start and finish times Based in downtown Kelowna, BC Extended Health and Dental Benefits Employee and Family Assistant Program (EFAP) Fun social events throughout the year

**Recommended Training**:
SuperHost Foundations of Service Quality

**Job Application Process**:


  • Accounting Assistant

    1 month ago


    Kelowna, Canada Interior Health Authority Full time

    Our Community Health & Services Centre has an exciting opportunity for a Permanent Full-time Accounting Assistant to join their team in Kelowna, B.C! The hours of this position are Monday to Friday days - 08:00 to 16:00. Days Off: Sun, Sat, STAT What we offer: •Employee & Family Assistance Program •Employer paid training/education opportunities...

  • Accounting Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Multi-Power Products Ltd. Full time

    **About Us**:Located in beautiful Kelowna, British Columbia, Multi-Power Products Ltd. is one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of exploratory drilling and industrial equipment products. With over 38 years of history and operational success, Multi-Power is looking to expand its team. Members of the Multi-Power team are expected to take a customer-first...

  • Accounting Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Multi-Power Products Ltd. Full time

    About Us: Located in beautiful Kelowna, British Columbia, Multi-Power Products Ltd. is one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of exploratory drilling and industrial equipment products.  With over 38 years of history and operational success, Multi-Power is looking to expand its team. Members of the Multi-Power team are expected to take a customer-first...

  • Accounting Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Multi-Power Products Ltd. Full time

    About Us: Located in beautiful Kelowna, British Columbia, Multi-Power Products Ltd. is one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of exploratory drilling and industrial equipment products.  With over 38 years of history and operational success, Multi-Power is looking to expand its team. Members of the Multi-Power team are expected to take a customer-first...

  • Accounting Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Multi-Power Products Ltd. Full time

    About Us: Located in beautiful Kelowna, British Columbia, Multi-Power Products Ltd. is one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of exploratory drilling and industrial equipment products.  With over 38 years of history and operational success, Multi-Power is looking to expand its team. Members of the Multi-Power team are expected to take a customer-first...

  • Accounting Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Multi-Power Products Ltd. Full time

    About Us: Located in beautiful Kelowna, British Columbia, Multi-Power Products Ltd. is one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of exploratory drilling and industrial equipment products.  With over 38 years of history and operational success, Multi-Power is looking to expand its team. Members of the Multi-Power team are expected to take a customer-first...


  • Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Multi-Power Products Ltd. Full time

    About Us: Located in beautiful Kelowna, British Columbia, Multi-Power Products Ltd. is one of Canada's leading manufacturers of exploratory drilling and industrial equipment products. With over 38 years of history and operational success, Multi-Power is looking to expand its team. Members of the Multi-Power team are expected to take a customer-first approach...

  • Accounting Assistant

    3 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Multi-Power Products Ltd. Full time

    About Us: Located in beautiful Kelowna, British Columbia, Multi-Power Products Ltd. is one of Canada’s leading manufacturers of exploratory drilling and industrial equipment products.  With over 38 years of history and operational success, Multi-Power is looking to expand its team. Members of the Multi-Power team are expected to take a customer-first...


  • Kelowna, Canada Food Production Full time

    _About Fortune Creek: _ We believe creating an emotional experience through gift-giving helps to strengthen connections with the important people in our lives. Our customizable gift boxes are filled with high-quality items you would be proud to give & excited to receive. We are looking for an outgoing, self-motivated, and detailed individual, who possesses...

  • Accountant

    4 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Interior Health Authority Full time

    Interior Health is hiring a permanent full-time Accountant who is passionate about making a difference in healthcare. Location: This position is flexible within the Interior Health Region. What we offer: •An attractive remuneration package •Excellent career prospects •Employer paid training/education •Employer paid vacation •Medical...

  • Accountant

    4 days ago


    Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Interior Health Authority Full time

    Interior Health is hiring a permanent full-time Accountant who is passionate about making a difference in healthcare. Location: This position is flexible within the Interior Health Region. What we offer: An attractive remuneration packageExcellent career prospects Employer paid training/educationEmployer paid vacation Medical Service PlanEmployer paid...

  • Accountant

    3 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Interior Health Authority Full time

    Interior Health is hiring a permanent full-time Accountant who is passionate about making a difference in healthcare. Location: This position is flexible within the Interior Health Region. What we offer: •An attractive remuneration package •Excellent career prospects •Employer paid training/education •Employer paid vacation •Medical...

  • Accountant

    4 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Okanagan Staffing Services Inc. Full time

    Location: KelownaCategory: AccountingType: Full TimePay: Up to $75,000 per yearHours: 37.5 hours per weekInterested?Give us a call or send us a message to get started.Okanagan Staffing Services is seeking a Full-time Accountant in a fast paced- environment to oversee Accounting Assistants and work with a wide variety of departments within the organization....

  • Accountant

    4 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Okanagan Staffing Services Inc. Full time

    Location: KelownaCategory: AccountingType: Full TimePay: Up to $75,000 per yearHours: 37.5 hours per weekInterested?Give us a call or send us a message to get started.Okanagan Staffing Services is seeking a Full-time Accountant in a fast paced- environment to oversee Accounting Assistants and work with a wide variety of departments within the organization....

  • Accountant

    4 weeks ago


    Kelowna, Canada Okanagan Staffing Services Inc. Full time

    Location: KelownaCategory: AccountingType: Full TimePay: Up to $75,000 per yearHours: 37.5 hours per weekInterested?Give us a call or send us a message to get started.Okanagan Staffing Services is seeking a Full-time Accountant in a fast paced- environment to oversee Accounting Assistants and work with a wide variety of departments within the organization....


  • Kelowna, Canada MNP LLP Full time

    You will need to login before you can apply for a job. Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.Make an impact with our Assurance & Accounting team as an Articling Accountant starting in January 2025. This diverse...


  • Kelowna, Canada Craig Keen Despatie Markell LLP Full time

    If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page:Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a...


  • Kelowna, Canada MNP Full time

    Job Details Description Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change. Make an impact with our Assurance & Accounting team as an Articling Accountant starting in January 2025. This diverse team of professionals are...


  • Kelowna, Canada MNP LLP Full time

    You will need to login before you can apply for a job. Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.Make an impact with our Assurance & Accounting team as an Articling Accountant starting in January 2025. This diverse...


  • Kelowna, Canada Craig Keen Despatie Markell LLP Full time

    If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following page:Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a...