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Junior Accounting Assistant
<p><strong>Junior Accounting Assistant (Permanent, Full-Time)</strong></p><p>Location: Surrey, BC (On-site)</p><p>Salary: $50,000–$55,000 per year</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone at an early stage of their accounting or finance career who is looking to build a strong foundation in a professional finance environment. The role is well suited to individuals who are currently completing or have recently completed an accounting diploma, degree, or certification program and who have already gained some practical exposure through an internship, co-op, or entry-level finance role in Canada. </p><p>While the position offers learning opportunities commonly associated with co-op or internship roles, this is a permanent, full-time position intended for someone who wants to grow long-term within a finance team.</p><p>What We’re Looking For</p><p>We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, reliable, and eager to learn. You enjoy working in a structured environment, take pride in accurate work, and are comfortable supporting a team with day-to-day accounting and administrative tasks. This role is ideal for someone who wants hands-on exposure across accounting support functions and values learning through experience and mentorship.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting cash applications and posting customer payments</li><li>Preparing and processing bank deposits</li><li>Assisting with pre-authorized payment (PAD) processing</li><li>Supporting accounts payable functions, including invoice entry and vendor communication</li><li>Assisting with invoicing and billing activities</li><li>Communicating with customers or internal stakeholders regarding payments or invoices</li><li>Providing data entry and administrative support to the finance team</li><li>Assisting with ad hoc projects and month-end support as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Experience You Will Gain</strong></p><ul><li>Exposure to day-to-day accounting operations and internal controls</li><li>Practical experience with cash management and payment processing</li><li>Hands-on involvement in supporting accounts payable and invoicing cycles</li><li>Experience working with accounting systems and spreadsheets</li><li>Professional communication experience with internal teams and external contacts</li><li>Insight into how a finance team supports business operations</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Currently enrolled in or recently completed an accounting diploma, degree, or certification program</li><li>Some prior experience in an accounting or finance setting (e.g., internship, co-op, or entry-level role) within Canada</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Intermediate proficiency with Excel and standard office software</li><li>Ability to work full-time, on-site in Surrey, BC</li><li>QuickBooks online and / or Desktop version</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join Us</strong></p><ul><li>Permanent, full-time role with growth potential</li><li>Supportive team environment with direct mentorship from a Controller</li><li>Broad exposure to core accounting functions early in your career</li><li>Opportunity to build practical, transferable accounting skills</li><li>This job does not support CPA path & will not meet the qualifications for the CPA program </li></ul><p>If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today! Please reference job number 05150-0013358861 in all correspondence.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
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  • Surrey, BC
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 50000.00 - 55000.00 CAD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Junior Accounting Assistant (Permanent, Full-Time)</strong></p><p>Location: Surrey, BC (On-site)</p><p>Salary: $50,000–$55,000 per year</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone at an early stage of their accounting or finance career who is looking to build a strong foundation in a professional finance environment. The role is well suited to individuals who are currently completing or have recently completed an accounting diploma, degree, or certification program and who have already gained some practical exposure through an internship, co-op, or entry-level finance role in Canada. </p><p>While the position offers learning opportunities commonly associated with co-op or internship roles, this is a permanent, full-time position intended for someone who wants to grow long-term within a finance team.</p><p>What We’re Looking For</p><p>We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, reliable, and eager to learn. You enjoy working in a structured environment, take pride in accurate work, and are comfortable supporting a team with day-to-day accounting and administrative tasks. This role is ideal for someone who wants hands-on exposure across accounting support functions and values learning through experience and mentorship.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting cash applications and posting customer payments</li><li>Preparing and processing bank deposits</li><li>Assisting with pre-authorized payment (PAD) processing</li><li>Supporting accounts payable functions, including invoice entry and vendor communication</li><li>Assisting with invoicing and billing activities</li><li>Communicating with customers or internal stakeholders regarding payments or invoices</li><li>Providing data entry and administrative support to the finance team</li><li>Assisting with ad hoc projects and month-end support as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Experience You Will Gain</strong></p><ul><li>Exposure to day-to-day accounting operations and internal controls</li><li>Practical experience with cash management and payment processing</li><li>Hands-on involvement in supporting accounts payable and invoicing cycles</li><li>Experience working with accounting systems and spreadsheets</li><li>Professional communication experience with internal teams and external contacts</li><li>Insight into how a finance team supports business operations</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-01-13T17:28:56Z

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