Accounts Payable Specialist I (18-Month Term)

Pacific Community Resources Society is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and visible minorities.

Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact our HR department at hr@pcrs.ca. Personal information will be kept confidential.

Last Date to Apply:

October 31, 2026

About PCRS

Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS) is a large not-for-profit agency that serves some of the most vulnerable people in our communities from Vancouver to Hope. We work with youth and vulnerable adults in the areas of education, employment, housing, substance use and mental health, and youth and family support services. We are CARF Accredited and a Certified Living Wage Employer.

Hours & Conditions of Work

• Term Full Time
• 35 hours weekly
• Term Length - 18 Months (Mat Leave)

Position Summary

Wage Grid 14 - $31.78 to $33.13 per hour

The successful applicant will have extensive experience working in a high-volume accounting environment using Sage Intacct accounting software, have excellent communication skills and be proficient in M.S. Office software, particularly Excel. They must be able to handle sensitive and confidential information and work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and processes weekly vendor payments using digital tools provided
• Processes staff petty cash/mileage reimbursements, monthly rental payments, participant subsidies, living supports and all other payments and invoices as required
• Reconciles vendor statements and follow up on discrepancies
• Ensures all transactions comply with Agency policy and internal control procedures
• Maintains filing system for all paid vendor files
• Reconciles and submits GST rebate claims
• Provides backfill and support to other Finance team members
• Provides support and assistance to the Director of Finance as required

Competencies & Knowledge

• Interest in or studying for a professional accounting designation such as CPA is an asset
• Strong comprehension of all Microsoft Office programs and database systems, including Excel, and various web-based applications
• Experience working with Sage Intacct
• Experience in a non-profit agency
• Detail oriented and organized
• Excellent accounting knowledge and math skills
• Effective time management for processing high volumes; able to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with a diverse population
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team as well as independently

What We Offer

• Equitable & Transparent Base Pay – we are a Certified Living Wage Employer
• Generous paid vacation, personal and sick time; additional paid time off for life events
• Additional paid holidays (ex. Easter Monday, Boxing Day)
• Health Benefits Coverage with 100% employer-paid premiums - including extended health and prescriptions, dental, vision and paramedical care
• Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
• Employee & Family Assistance Program including preventative health & counselling
• Membership in the Municipal Pension Plan with generous employer contributions
• Flexible schedules and earned day off program
• Full-day agency orientation and extensive training, with regular ongoing performance evaluations
• In-house digital and classroom learning opportunities; staff funding for professional development
• Opportunities to use your voice & participate in committees on policy, wellness, safety, JEDI and more

Eligibility varies depending on employment terms and role requirements – details for this specific opportunity will be provided on request.