Financial Assistant (Temporary) - Jobs in Victoria, BC

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School District No. 62 (Sooke), located in Langford, is presently seeking a temporary Financial Assistant for the Finance Department. It is a 35 hour per week temporary position for approximately 8 months starting January 3rd, 2023. The hourly rate of pay for this position is $27.22. For a full job description/required qualifications, you may visit www.sd62.bc.ca.School District No. 62 (Sooke) is supported by Occupational Health and Safety in the promotion of Safe and Healthy work practices and protocols.School District 62 (Sooke) is the fastest growing school district on Vancouver Island and one of the fastest growing districts in British Columbia. The District is in the Capital Regional District and operates in five municipalities: Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke and the Highlands. The operating budget for the District is in excess of $115 million, with a student population of over 11,000. For further information about School District No.62 (Sooke), please access our district website at www.sd62.bc.ca.Applications must be submitted on-line by Monday, November 28, 12:00 noon and must include a resume, cover letter, and transcript that demonstrates C+ or higher in university level accounting.School District No. 62 (Sooke) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment . We believe in a learning and work environment that is w elcoming and safe that values, reflects and appreciates differencesTo review the full job description and apply online, please go to Sooke 62 at: www.makeafuture.ca.Applications must be submitted on-line by Monday, November 28, 12:00 noon.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.TITLE: FINANCIAL ASSISTANTQUALIFICATIONS:Secondary school graduation supplemented by recent successful completion of postsecondary courses in accounting.Proficiency and experience with computers and Microsoft software.Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with both external and internal clientsDemonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive professional working relationshipsAble to meet deadlines under tight time constraints while respecting confidentiality of all correspondence and discussionsAbility to analyze information, identify problems, and gather information necessary to facilitate problem solving.Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and accurately perform diversified and/or repetitive tasks with minimum supervision.Willingness to learn new technology or software.RESPONSIBLE TO: Manager, Financial ServicesSUPERVISES: N/AJOB GOAL: To efficiently and effectively assist the processing of financial services.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Financial Operations:Assist with providing school cash system support to district staff.Provide school cash system reports to district staff.Review school generated fund cheques for appropriate authorizations and supporting documentation.Assist with preparing and/or reviewing monthly purchase card system reports.Verify calculations on invoices and employee expenses.Provide year end accounting support as required.Assist with the filing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other financial documentation.Assist with preparation of banking documentation.2. Financial Planning and Analysis:Assist with functions related to accounting, reporting, and forecasting.Prepare ad hoc reports and reconciliations for various departments.Assist in preparation and distribution of budget packages to stakeholders.Perform reconciliations and analysis of various accounts.Prepare and process journal entries.Assist in the configuration of the District’s Finance ERP system.3. General:Provide excellent customer service to requests for information and advice and direction to external and internal clients.Assist with creating system procedure documentation.Assist with continuous process improvements and efficiencies.Follow all policies, procedures and standards of the District.Perform other related duties as required.TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:Knowledge of applicable rules and regulations including GAAP and PSAS;Excellent verbal and written communication;Advanced spreadsheet and analytical skills are essential;Advanced knowledge of relevant software programs, including the ability to import/export data between programs.Operational knowledge of PowerSchool and KEV School Cash Online software programs would be considered an asset.BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:Teamwork and cooperation is the ability to work co-operatively with diverse teams, work groups and across the organization that includes the desire and ability to understand and respond effectively to other people from diverse backgrounds with diverse views.Listening, Understanding and Responding is the desire and ability to understand and respond effectively to other people from diverse backgrounds. It includes the ability to understand accurately and respond effectively to both spoken and unspoken or partly expressed thoughts, feelings and concerns of others.Planning, Organizing and Coordinating involves proactively planning, establishing priorities and allocating resources. It is expressed by developing and implementing increasingly complex plans. It also involves monitoring and adjusting work to accomplish goals and deliver to the organizations mandate.Service Orientation implies a desire to identify and serve customers/clients, who may include the public, co-workers, other branches/divisions, other ministries/agencies, other government organizations, and non-government organizations. It means focusing one’s efforts on discovering and meeting the needs of the customer/client.Problem Solving/Sound Judgment is the ability to analyze problems systematically, organize information, and identify key factors and options leading to successful outcomes.Leadership Competencies : Self-Management; Increased Capacity to Learn; Decision Making; Demonstrate Ethics and Integrity; Managing Change; Displaying Drive and Purpose.Please include a cover letter, complete resume, copies of any certifications/degrees and at least two references.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.Quick Apply

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