K’ómoks First Nation’s vision: We, the K’ómoks people, envision a prosperous and healthy Nation, in which we exercise our rights and title throughout our territory, honouring our people, lands, waters, cultures and languages.

K’ómoks First Nation’s mission: K’ómoks First Nation ensures the well-being and self-sufficiency in all aspects of our Nation by asserting our rights and title while upholding our members.

About the Role

K’ómoks First Nation is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Assistant to support the Finance Department with a wide range of accounting and payroll responsibilities.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position plays a key role in processing financial transactions, preparing reports, maintaining records, and assisting with audits, WCB filings, and employee payroll support.

What You’ll Do

- Maintain accurate financial records and reconcile banking files and reports
- Process accounts payable and monthly invoices for rent, utilities, etc.
- Assist with accounts receivables as needed
- Support financial audit preparation
- Track and reconcile monthly expenses and revenues
- Prepare bank deposits and credit card transactions
- Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and the organization of Finance
- Take minutes for Financial Advisory Committee meetings
- Assist with various administrative and clerical financial tasks as needed

What You Bring

- Diploma or certificate in accounting or bookkeeping (preferred)
- 3+ years of direct accounting or bookkeeping experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) and financial software (e.g.



Sage Intacct, etc.)
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Cultural sensitivity and awareness of First Nations governance and community dynamics
- Experience working in and with Indigenous communities is preferred

Why Join K’omoks First Nation?

This is a great opportunity to contribute to the financial health and integrity of the KFN organization while working in a collaborative, community-focused environment.

You’ll play a critical role in supporting transparent and effective financial management and employee services.

Application Information:

If this opportunity to work as a team member in a growing Indigenous organization appeals to you, please apply with your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

We value employment equity and prioritize applications from Indigenous applicants and especially encourage those living within the K’ómoks First Nation to apply.

Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Courtenay, BC V9N 3P8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

- DCS / DEC (preferred)

Experience:

- Accounting: 5 years (required)
- Sage Intacct: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Chartered Professional Accountant (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Accounting Assistant (Canada)
🏢 K'omoks First Nation
📍 Canada