Permanent Full-Time
Position: Junior Accountant
Reports to: Controller
Science World is a mission-based, charitable organization that supports the development of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design and Math) literacy across British Columbia. Our mission is to ignite wonder and empower dreams through science and nature and our purpose is Science for All.
Our people are our greatest asset. As part of our team, you will become part of a diverse community that acknowledges everyone’s unique talents and empowers people to do what is right for our visitors and each other. You will work in an environment where we believe in developing our employees and growing their strengths, while focusing on our values: Curious, Playful, Inclusive, Relevant and Collaborative.
Position Description:
Under the direction of the Controller, the Junior Accountant provides support to the Finance team by managing daily accounting tasks. This is an entry level position. The Junior Accountant understands accounting principles and is able to work comfortably with numbers and attention to detail. Your accounting, organization and interpersonal skills will make a significant contribution to the overall efficiency of the Finance team.
As a facility, Science World is generally open to the public seven days a week, with some extended evening hours in the summer months. Typical office hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:30pm, with front-facing and operational teams also working a variety of shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings. Hours of work and other related requirements will be scheduled according to business needs and this may include special events on evenings, weekends and holidays.
Responsibilities:
In this role the Junior Accountant will provide valuable assistance to the other Finance team members, such as:
- Verification, control, custody and deposit of daily admission receipts and other retail sales
- Maintenance and reconciliation of cash floats
- Ensure safe handling of cash floats
- General accounting duties such as account reconciliations, journal entries, attendance reporting and donations receipt reconciliation
- Perform accounts receivable duties including issuing invoices, contact customers and prepare bank deposits
- Analysis of financial data to assist with grant applications and other projects as required
- Organize, record and track contracts and other corporate records
- Provide support to Purchasing and Accounts Payable as needed
- Perform other related duties as required to fulfill any changing business needs of this role
Important Availability Commitment:
This position requires working on-site Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week. There may be some overtime requirements during peak periods, such as year-end audit.
Qualifications:
- Completion of a 2-year Accounting Diploma program at a recognized college
- Previous experience in cash handling
- Good understanding of accounting knowledge (debits and credits) and experience in preparing journal entries
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work with deadlines
- Demonstrate strong problem solving skills
- Effective customer service, interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated initiative and flexibility
- Must be able to work effectively independently as well as with teams
- Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel. Familiarity with Sage and Windows preferred
This is a unionized position represented by CUPE 1004. The rate for this role is $24.50 per hour.
Science World offers a substantial benefits package after successfully completing probation, including Extended Health, Dental, Voluntary RRSP/TFSA Plan, generous paid time off (vacation, sick, wellness days), Science World membership, RRSP matching and Professional Development.
Do you feel you have not met every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification in the job posting.
Science World is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment so we strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification outlined, as you may have transferable skills that would be an asset to our team.
Please apply by Sunday, January 19, 2025
Please upload a cover letter and a copy of your resume as part of your application
- All offers are subject to satisfactory completion of reference and police criminal record checks.
We would like to thank all candidates. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted *
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