Job Description

Part-Time Bookkeeper (Contract)

Rate:

$35-$40/hour based on experience

Hours:

14-16 hours per week (approx. 2 days)

Location:

Hybrid - primarily remote with occasional in-office tasks

Contract:

1-year term, renewable annually

About Sooke Transition House Society (STHS)

Sooke Transition House Society (STHS) is a registered charity and non-profit organization committed to supporting women and their children who are impacted by violence and abuse. We operate a short-term transition house for women fleeing violence or the threat of violence and offer a range of programs including Police-Based Victim Services, Stopping the Violence Counseling, PEACE (Prevention, Education, Advocacy, Counseling, and Empowerment) Counseling and Outreach.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced

Bookkeeper

to join our team on a part-time basis. This role is essential in ensuring accurate financial management and supporting the sustainability of our programs and services.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate financial records, including posting transactions and general ledger maintenance. Manage accounts payable and receivable, donations, and vendor payments. Perform monthly bank, credit card, and account reconciliations. Administer payroll and benefits, ensuring compliance with union agreements and government remittances. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reports for management, Board, and funders. Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal financial policies. Support budgeting and forecasting activities. Liaise with auditors during annual audit and provide required documentation. Maintain accurate employee data related to salaries, deductions, and benefits. Communicate with vendors, banking contacts, and other stakeholders as needed. May occasionally perform other related tasks to support financial operations or organizational needs, particularly during audit periods or reporting cycles.

Skills and Competencies

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). High level of confidentiality and adherence to privacy policies. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and QuickBooks Online. Experience in a not-for-profit or unionized environment is an asset.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping experience, including payroll administration. Strong knowledge of Canadian tax and payroll regulations. Experience with QuickBooks Online and third-party payroll systems. Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Clear Criminal Record Check.

Working Conditions

Reports to: Executive Director. Hybrid work model: primarily remote with occasional in-office tasks. Additional hours may be required during audit periods.

To Apply:

Please

submit your resume and cover letter by email

to exec.dir@sthsociety.ca, addressed to Tara Wolff, Executive Director. Please include "

Bookkeeper Application - [Your Name]"

in the subject line of your email.

In your cover letter, please briefly outline your relevant experience and interest in working with a non-profit organization that supports women and children impacted by violence.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deadline:

Applications accepted until

October 20, 2025.

Equity & Inclusion Statement

Sooke Transition House Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women in all their diversity, LGBTQ2SAI+ individuals, Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, and persons with disabilities. We value lived experience and encourage applicants who share our vision of a world free from violence, discrimination, and gender inequality.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $35.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 14 - 16 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule On-site parking Work from home
Language:

English (required)
Location:

Sooke, BC (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sooke, BC