Posted: 
2024-11-08
Job Type: 
Full Time
Employment length: 
Permanent
Language requirements: 
English
Education requirements: 
College/CEGEP
Job experience: 
1 year to less than 2 years
Job industry: 
Education
Job Location: 
Victoria
Roman Catholic Diocese of Victoria

1 - 4044 Nelthorpe Street Victoria BC V8X 2A1

Phone: (250) 479-1331 Fax: (250) 479-5423

www.rcdvictoria.org

Job Posting: Senior Accountant

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Victoria is seeking a full-time Senior Accountant. The candidate will bring extensive accounting experience along with their professional approach to the Finance Department. This position would suit an individual who thrives in a fast-paced work environment and enjoys dealing with a wide variety of people of different ages, backgrounds and cultures. The salary range is $70,000 - $75,000 FTE per annum.

Duties & Responsibilities Supports the work of the Chief Financial Officer and the Controller

Prepares financial statements and financial reports for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Victoria, and for other entities as required

Maintains the General Ledger, including accruals, monthly postings and year-end Journal entries

Oversees the sub-ledger accounts

Prepares bank account reconciliations and GL reconciliations

Prepares monthly financial statements, variance reports and Finance Committee reports

Prepares and submits Charity returns, GST returns and charitable donation receipts

Works with team leaders to prepare budgets and monitor spending

Provides advice and interpretation on Diocesan Policies

Implements financial procedures, policies, and efficient work flows processes

General liaison with parishes: accounting, policies, financial reporting, charitable requirements and banking inquiries

Reviews parish financial statements and prepares consolidated parish reports

Performs other financial activities as required Qualifications Accounting diploma is required and a minimum of 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in a not-for-profit environment

Enrolment in the CPA program preferred

Proven ability to coordinate, organize, initiate and complete tasks on a timely basis

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

Excellent attention to detail

Able to work independently and as a member of a team

Proficient in MS Outlook, Excel, Word, and in accounting software Interested applicants are invited to submit a rsum and cover letter to:

Roman Catholic Diocese of Victoria

Attention: Jackie Marchand, CFO

4044 Nelthorpe Street Victoria, BC V8X 2A1

Email: jobs@rcdvictoria.org

http://www.rcdvictoria.org/employment

This position will remain open until filled.

Please note that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted.