Job Description

Job Title:

Grant Accountant

Reporting To:

VP, Finance

Overview:

The BC Parks Foundation is the official charitable partner and conservation financing mechanism to British Columbia's world-class system of parks and indigenous protection. Our role to build a diverse and active community of support. Our mission is to create the greatest system of parks and indigenous protected areas in the world. We value spark, greatness, respect and reciprocity.

We Are:

A charitable, purpose-driven organization passionate about enjoying and protecting nature in British Columbia People who value spark, respect with caring, reciprocity, and greatness A warm, positive, hard-working team who operate in a spirit of gratitude and celebration Connected to a wide variety of community groups, First Nations, businesses, governments and other partners that we work with regularly

You Are:

Strongly analytical, organized and a problem-solver Skilled at managing multiple priorities with attention to detail and deadlines Highly interpersonal with excellent communication skills A person with a high level of integrity who exercises discretion with confidential information

Role Summary:

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-driven, and experienced Grant Accountant to oversee and manage day-to-day accounting operations and support strategic financial functions. This role will work closely with the BC Conservation Team to manage the tracking and reporting of program grants and is key to ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely reporting across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of grant and fund accounting and non-profit financial practices, as well as the ability to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and risk management.

Responsibilities:

The Grant Accountant will:


Track grants paid to external partners by project and associated project match funding, in partnership with the BC Conservation Team Forecast cash flow for grants payable Manage long-term conservation stewardship fund investments Maintain accurate records of donations and grant revenues and prepare timely monthly revenue recognition entries and analysis Support with day-to-day accounting transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate coding by account, program, and grant, with clear documentation and descriptions Manage payment runs for grants payable, ensuring all grant recipients are paid promptly and in line with the Foundation's granting policies Perform full-cycle accounting activities including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close with detailed reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules Prepare and submit tax filings and government remittances including GST, PST, property taxes, and other statutory obligations Prepare and submit required documentation for annual audits, the T3010 charity return, and ad hoc audits from grantors or other agencies Support with bank and credit card reconciliations, verifying that all transactions are supported with proper backup documentation Support with payroll preparation and processing, as needed Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial reporting and support compliance with regulatory and funder requirements Support the development, documentation, and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls Maintain the highest standards of data security and confidentiality with respect to the organization's digital and physical financial records and systems Contribute to a constructive, results oriented, and inspiring organizational culture

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA designation (or in progress) Minimum 4 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in the non-profit or charitable sector Strong understanding of Canadian GAAP and non-profit reporting standards Proficient in accounting software (Acumatica experience a plus) and advanced Excel skills Experience with financial reporting, grant reporting and budget tracking

Commitment to Equity:

BC Parks Foundation is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce


Preference may be given to qualified Indigenous candidates or those from or with experience of other diverse cultures (this includes learning and/or applying information and practices of your culture or that of another culture) Those identifying as being part of groups which are underrepresented or facing barriers to the labour market are encouraged to apply

Work Environment:

This is a full-time, permanent role * The position will work a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week in office