Accounting Assistant

2 weeks ago

Kelowna BC VY J, Canada City of Kelowna Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year
Position Details

Posting Information

Posting Number

CK53829P

Position Title

Accounting Assistant - Payroll and A/P (2 x18 month term)

No. of Staff Required

2

Position Type

Term

If Term position, enter length of Term in months

18 months

Position Groups

CUPE Civic

Division

Corporate Services (DV124)

Department

Controller (DP268)

Department Name

Branch

Accounting Operations (BR127)

Organizational Information

Purpose of your Position - Non Union

Classification Summary - Union

It all adds up The City of Kelowna has an amazing opportunity for you We are looking for term Accounting Assistants for our Accounting Operations teams in Financial Services, supporting our Payroll and Accounts Payable functions. Our team provides exceptional customer service and legislative compliance in a fast paced, detail-oriented environment. These positions provide a great opportunity to expand your skills like collaboration, helping people, looking beyond the transaction and to develop your payroll or A/P knowledge.

Once here, you could also expand your knowledge in different areas: accounts receivable, revenue transactions (including property tax, utilities, parking, transit, etc.), legal compliance, journal entries, reconciliations, analysis, project support and various other duties.

An Accounting Assistant prepares, processes and reconciles financial accounts, statements and records in support of financial reporting and accounting systems.

Duties - Union

  • Calculates and prepares summaries of various accounts related to departmental operations.
  • Ensures accuracy of financial transactions.
  • Prepares documentation for posting transactions and checks output for accuracy.
  • Applies payments on accounts.
  • Analyzes and reconciles accounts and records.
  • Acts as a prime point of contact for the public and internal staff on financial enquiries, payments and collections.
  • Participates on special project teams.
  • Performs system set-up and testing.
  • Provides peer training.
  • Processes and drafts invoices and work orders.
  • Participates in cross-training, organizes meetings and records minutes, and provides reception services.
  • Compiles and analyzes statistics, processes and drafts correspondence and reports.

Results and Activities - Non union

Credentials - Union

  • Post-secondary certificate in accounting or related field; payroll courses are an asset
  • Experience

Knowledge - Non Union

Skills & Abilities - Non Union

Competencies

  • Responsibility/Accountability
  • Teamwork
  • Computer Literacy
  • Service Excellence
  • Attention to Detail

Posting Text

Physical Demands

Special Instructions to Applicant

Additional Hiring Information

Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.

Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.

The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community's diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.

Pay Rate

Starts at $35.39 per hour with a 2-step progression to $37.54 per hour plus 14% in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits

Posting Date

10/14/2025

Closing Date

10/26/2025

Days of Work

Monday to Friday

Standard Hours per Day

7

Hours of Work

8 am to 4 pm

Work Location

CITY HALL

Specify Work Location

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  • Resume

  • Cover Letter

Optional Documents

  • Other Document 1

  • Other Document 2

  • Other Document 3

  • Other Document 4

  • Accounting Assistant

    4 days ago

    Surrey, BC VW M, Canada Nagra Accounting Inc. Full time $44,000 per year

    We are a growing organization committed to accuracy and professionalism. We are looking for an Accounting Assistant with strong QuickBooks experience to join our team.Responsibilities:Maintain accurate financial records and ledgersEnter and reconcile transactions in QuickBooks (QBO/Desktop)Process accounts payable and accounts receivableReconcile bank and...

  • Accounting Associate

    3 hours ago

    Barrie, ON LN J, Canada Accounting House Full time $22,000 - $23,000 per year

    PLEASE READ THE FULL DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING. THANK YOUNote: Applicants must have a minimum of 5 years of multi-client bookkeeping experience. Candidates without this will not be contacted.About the RoleWe are expanding and seeking a highly experienced Bookkeeper to join our dynamic team at Accounting House. This is a strictly bookkeeping role—no...

  • Accounting Assistant

    5 days ago

    Kelowna, Canada Headlands Research Full time

    Overview: Under the leadership of Dr. Kim Christie, Okanagan Clinical Trials makes a significant contribution to the medical industry. Our clinic specializes in the execution of research studies that hope to advance treatments for many indications including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, migraine, autism, celiac disease, diabetes, and...

  • Accounting Assistant

    5 days ago

    Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Trophy Rail Ltd. Full time $52,000 - $73,000 per year

    ABOUT US:Trophy Rail Ltd. is a Western Canadian full-service Railroad contracting company.Our mission is to provide exceptional client service and unwavering quality through creating a culture where our employees are valued and empowered to convey the team's four pillars of respect in which Trophy Rail was founded upon.Trophy Rail has the industry experience...

  • Financial Accounting Representative 1

    2 weeks ago

    Kelowna, BC VY V, Canada Fortis BC Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

    Affiliation: MoveUPEmployment Status: Full-Time TemporarySalary: $2,666.00 bi-weeklyWorkplace Flexibility: NoTemp Duration: 18 monthsPosting End Date: Open until filledAs the province's largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million...

  • Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant

    2 hours ago

    Kelowna, BC VY V, Canada Bell Mobility (Connects Wireless) Full time $40,000 - $50,000 per year

    Join the Connects Wireless TeamAbout Connects Wireless:At Connects Wireless, the largest Bell Authorized Dealer in British Columbia, we are committed to creating meaningful connections, not just with our customers, but with our team members as well. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a self-motivated and detail-oriented Office Administrator to help...

  • Assistant Accountant

    1 day ago

    Richmond, BC, Canada Keith Wong Inc. Full time €19

    We are a public accounting firm based in Richmond, seeking a detail-oriented, reliable, and communicative accounting assistant to join our team. Assist accountants with daily accounting tasks Enter and verify accounting data (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel, etc.) Be ready to handle a fast-paced and high-volume workload during tax season Fluent in English,...

  • Account Assistant

    5 days ago

    Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Summit Full time $52,000 - $65,000

    About the RoleThe Account Assistant is responsible for the critical administrative support, processing, and coordination of commercial insurance accounts. This role ensures the accurate, timely, and compliant handling of all essential account documentation, including certificates of insurance, policy endorsements, claims intake, and policy document delivery....

  • Accountant Assistant

    1 day ago

    Richmond, BC, Canada Keith Wong Inc. Full time €19

    We are a public accounting firm based in Richmond, seeking a detail-oriented, reliable, and communicative accounting assistant to join our team. Job Responsibilities: Assist accountants with daily accounting tasks Enter and verify accounting data (e.g., QuickBooks, Excel, etc.) Prepare of Compilation, T1 and T2 returns Filling with government correspondence...

  • Account Assistant

    4 days ago

    Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada Summit Full time $52,000 - $65,000 per year

    About SummitBuilding the commercial brokerage of the future. Summit is a boutique commercial insurance firm headquartered in Kelowna and serving businesses across Canada. We are a venture-backed, tech-enabled commercial insurance brokerage redefining what it means to be a modern insurance partner. With strong values—Sustainability, Ownership, Transparency,...