Job Description

About Kinghaven Peardonville House Society:

Kinghaven Peardonville House Society (KPHS) is a leading addiction recovery organization in British Columbia, providing comprehensive treatment and support services for adults. Established in 1971 as MSA Halfway House, Kinghaven has grown into a premier residential treatment centre for men, having served over 28,000 clients. Peardonville House, founded in 1987, offers specialized programs for women, including the "Moms and Kids" initiative that allows mothers to undergo treatment with their young children. KPHS also offers second-stage recovery housing with client-centered support through the Bob Sutton Centre. Onsite services include income assistance support, a free CRA tax clinic, trauma counselling, equine therapy, psychological assessments, occupational skills training, and job readiness programs--helping individuals overcome barriers and build a foundation for long-term recovery and independence.

Job Summary:

The Accountant reviews, analyzes, and resolves issues related to one or more of the following areas: accounts receivable, billing and/or accounts payable, verifying information and matching documents, general ledger reconciliations and resulting adjusting entries. Performs payrolls duties such as payroll backup. Assist in overseeing the accounting office's day-to-day operations and provide assistance to both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Processes housing-related financial transactions, including billing, funder reporting, and account reconciliations.

Identifies and corrects discrepancies in financial data; follows up on overdue accounts.

Assists with grant and contract management, ensuring compliance, tracking funding, and recommending reallocations.

Supports budget and audit preparation by compiling data, preparing summaries, and monitoring expenditures.

Provides backup for Accounting Clerk duties, including purchasing, invoice processing, and cheque verification.

Monitors actual vs. budgeted expenses, identifies variances, and follows up as needed.

Issues official receipts, reconciles bank accounts, and reviews petty cash.

Maintains filing systems (paper and digital) and supports administrative tasks like meeting minutes and document handling.

Aids in developing financial policies, work procedures, and operational improvements.

Assists with payroll functions, including backup processing and resolving discrepancies.

Handles general inquiries and maintains office supplies when needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

Skills and Abilities:

High attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Physical ability to carry out the duties for the position

Excellent ability to evaluate and monitor administrative systems and procedures, analyze and resolve problems

Excellent ability to multi-task, plan, prioritize, organize, work under pressure and meet deadlines

(implied)Knowledge and experience with accounting software and databases

Excellent computer skills with Office 365 and Sage 50

Excellent reconciliation and problem-solving skills

Qualifications & Requirements:

Certificate or diploma in accounting - including courses in finance, accounting and taxation

3+ years of related experience

Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office suite applications, including Excel, Word and Outlook

Excellent time & priority management skills

Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License

Ability to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check

Experience working within a non-profit organization an asset

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00-$34.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Discounted or free food Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Schedule:

Day shift
Experience:

accounting: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Certificate or diploma in accounting (required)
Work Location: In person