Job Description

Working Hours:

Flexible | 25-35 hrs/week

Compensation:

$21.00/hour *

Dates:

January 12 - April 18, 2025 (approximate)

Location:

Victoria, BC (In-Person)



This position is partially supported by Venture for Canada's Internship Program and is open to current students. Women in STEM, Indigenous Canadians, Persons with Disabilities, Newcomers to Canada, and other visible minorities are encouraged to apply. To find out if you are eligible to apply, please visit the Venture for Canada program page (https://ventureforcanada.ca/programs/internship-program) to learn more.

OUTCOMES

The Accounting Intern is an entry-level role supporting the Finance & Operations team with bookkeeping, financial administration, and internal reporting. The Intern will assist in maintaining accurate and organized records, contribute to monthly accounting cycles, and gain valuable exposure to the nonprofit financial management landscape.

In this role, the intern will gain experience in accounting software (QuickBooks Online), nonprofit reporting, grant tracking, and financial analysis while developing a deeper understanding of how financial practices support social enterprise operations and community impact.



RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with monthly bookkeeping and account reconciliations in QuickBooks Online Support accounts payable and receivable tracking and processing Prepare and update financial reports and summaries for internal use Help with grant, program, and funder reporting by tracking restricted and unrestricted revenue Organize and maintain financial documentation, files, and digital records Assist with preparations for year-end and audit activities Support improvements to finance systems, tools, and documentation (e.g., SOPs, checklists) Participate in team meetings and contribute to a collaborative finance function

KEY SKILLS

Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting Familiarity with Excel/Google Sheets; comfort working with data Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Willingness to learn accounting tools (QuickBooks Online experience is an asset) Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities Interest in nonprofit finance, social enterprise, and community impact

ABOUT SCALE COLLABORATIVE

Scale Collaborative (https://scalecollaborative.ca/) is a certified B-Corporation dedicated to building a thriving, connected and abundant social impact sector by increasing access to resources and capital. Scale helps non-profits, charities, social enterprises, and other impact sector organizations transform through a variety of coaching, consulting, capacity building, funding, and cutting-edge research.



WORK CULTURE AND ENVIRONMENT

At Scale, our employees enjoy a work culture that is fast paced, encourages innovation, and recognizes the specific talents that each employee brings.

Scale offers flexible work hours and workspace at our impact co-working space, TheDock Centre for (https://www.thedockvictoria.com/) Social Impact (https://www.thedockvictoria.com/), in downtown Victoria, British Columbia.

Scale is committed to building a team that brings diverse perspectives and is inclusive for all. and those with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This is how we are building a diverse team:

We recognize non-Canadian work experience on par with Canadian work experience. We are eager to learn from and integrate BIPOC and 2SLGBTQQIAP+ identifying perspectives

into the work of building an inclusive economy.

We value life experience as much as educational background. We believe in giving young people the opportunity to do impactful work that combines

opportunity and responsibility.

We understand that people's lives are dynamic and that a 9-5 schedule does not work for

everyone; we consider flexibility in terms of place and hours.

Application Deadline:

November 1st, 2025