Finance Division
Corporate Services Department
(Regular Full Time)
Position:  The Finance Division of the Corporate Services Department at the Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) is seeking an Accounting Analyst to fill a regular full time position. Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Accounting Analyst is responsible for the timely and accurate preparation and maintenance of accounting records and reviewing source documents for accuracy and compliance with procedures and policies; preparation and/or input of data and reconciliation of general ledger accounts.

Qualifications:  Qualified applicants will have completed a third year equivalency of either the CGA, CMA, CA or CPA program; have a minimum of three years of related experience preferably with regional/municipal government; hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license; have knowledge of accounting, auditing and budgeting practices and procedures in a computerized integrated accounting system; and have knowledge and an extensive understanding of Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Vadim Software is considered an asset. The successful applicant will have the ability to: make mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy; establish and maintain courteous, tactful, diplomatic working relationships with other employees, general public, and Regional Board Members; engage in effective interpersonal communication in both a verbal and written form; and be able to prioritize duties and organize work schedules to meet multiple deadlines.

Hours of Work: 35-hour workweek, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 Monday to Friday. Flex time and a comprehensive benefit package are offered with this position.

Salary:  This regular full-time opportunity is unionized (CUPE Local 358) and is compensated at a wage rate, in three steps, of $34.45-$35.51-$36.53 per hour (July 2015 wage rate).