Position Overview

K’ómoks Economic Development Corporation (KEDC) is seeking a Finance Officer to support the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the organization and its related entities.

The Finance Officer will be responsible for payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, government filings, month-end activities, and maintaining accurate financial records. The successful candidate will work closely with the CFO and provide operational accounting support across multiple KEDC entities and business units.

This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced accounting professional who is comfortable working independently and taking ownership of routine accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Administration

- Maintain the general ledger and supporting schedules.
- Prepare and post journal entries.
- Perform monthly bank, credit card, and intercompany reconciliations.
- Investigate and resolve reconciling items.
- Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records.
- Process vendor payments and customer receipts.
- Assist with cash management and banking administration.
- Maintain fixed asset records and schedules.
- Assist with intercompany accounting and reconciliations among KEDC and related entities.

Payroll & Human Resources Administration

- Process payroll through Payworks.
- Maintain employee payroll records.
- Prepare Records of Employment (ROEs).
- Assist with advantages administration.
- Support year-end payroll processes including T4 and T4A preparation.
- Maintain payroll and HR filing systems.

Government Filings & Compliance

- Assist with preparation of GST, PST, and other recurring regulatory filings.
- Assist with CRA correspondence and information requests.
- Maintain supporting documentation for regulatory and tax filings.
- Ensure financial records are maintained in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Month-End & Year-End Support





- Prepare month-end working papers and supporting schedules.
- Assist the CFO with financial reporting and budget monitoring.
- Support year-end assurance engagements by preparing requested working papers and documentation.
- Assist in implementing accounting process improvements.

Records Management

- Organize and maintain financial and accounting records.
- Assist with document digitization and electronic filing initiatives.
- Maintain an orderly and accessible filing structure for accounting and payroll records.

Qualifications

- Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- CPA designation or CPA student status is considered an asset.
- 3-5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred.
- Experience with payroll processing and government remittances.
- Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Experience

- Experience working with multiple legal entities.
- Experience with Indigenous organizations, development corporations, or not-for-profit organizations.
- Experience with Pay works, QuickBooks, Sage, Xero or other accounting platforms
- Experience supporting external audits and year-end engagements.

KEDC is committed to providing competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. As the organization grows, employees will have opportunities to expand their responsibilities and advance their careers.

How to Apply

- Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to [email protected].
- Please include “Finance Officer” in the email subject line.
- We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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