Intermediate Accountant – POPARD – Continuing

Are you looking to work in a District that is committed to collaboration, mentorship, and creating inspiring educational experiences?

The Delta School District aims to be an innovative, inclusive community where all learners belong, and everyone soars. We are a District of more than 15,900 students and 3,000 employees.

The District’s mission is to inspire and nurture thriving, future-ready learners at each of its 31 schools, located in Ladner, North Delta, and Tsawwassen. We value Compassion, Responsibility, Integrity, Creativity, Diversity, and Resilience.

Our schools and District offices are located on the traditional territories of the Tsawwassen and Musqueam First Nations. The District offers its respect to the Knowledge Keepers and all First Peoples who have been on these lands since time immemorial.

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Intermediate Accountant – POPARD – Continuing

Monday to Friday

Note: POPARD is located in Ladner – 4746 57 Street

Competition: S-24-483

Location/Dept: Prov Outreach Program

Hours: 35.00/12 MONTHS PER YEAR

Start Date: As soon as possible

Term of Employment: Continuing

Salary: $33.95 Per Hour

Posted: OCT. 22, 2024

Application Deadline: 4:00 P.M., TUESDAY, NOV. 05, 2024

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SUMMARY:

Reports to and works under the direction of the Administrative officer, Provincial Resource Program/Provincial Outreach Program (PRP/POP). Performs accounting and clerical duties to support the accounting, purchasing and budgeting functions of the Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders (POPARD).

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful completion of a secondary school graduation program or equivalent. Education equivalent to the third level of the CGA/CMA designation or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum of five years of recent and related accounting experience, in a computerized financial accounting department, preferable in a public sector environment. The accounting experience should be of an intermediate level with a solid understanding of all aspects of the balance sheet.

Knowledge of the principles of public sector purchasing would be an asset.

An advanced level of computer literacy including extensive experience using financial software, spreadsheets, and word processing. Familiarity with statistical software is an asset.

Strong communication skills, to be able to clearly and concisely explain financial and procedural concepts and policies. Demonstrates initiative and is able to work either in a team environment or independently with a minimum of supervision.

Ability to work quickly and accurately with figures and with frequent interruptions. Demonstrates judgment and tact when providing information to internal and external parties. Ability to operate a variety of office equipment.

Physically capable of performing the duties.

Knowledge of WorkSafe BC and WHMIS regulations. Safe work practices.

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All required documents must be submitted in your application which include:

resume

cover letter

External applicants must apply through the Make A Future site at www.makeafuture.ca Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted.

We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please be sure that you have received a confirmation from Make a Future that you have applied to a specific posting. Without this confirmation your application will not have been submitted.