Accounting and Administrative Specialist

ABOUT

Vancouver College is a Catholic school for boys founded in 1922 with over 1,000 students from K – Gr. 12. The school is well known for its spiritual program, outstanding academics, an expansive co-curricular program, and high-calibre teaching staff.

The policy of Vancouver College is to hire, when available, qualified Catholics who, in addition to carrying out their professional responsibilities, will model the values espoused by Blessed Edmund Rice as articulated by the school’s Essential Elements.

Please visit vancouvercollege.ca or @vancouvercollege to learn more about us.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Terms: Full-Time to begin, with potential for reduced work schedule

The Accounting Assistant is responsible for the day-to-day accounts payable function and provides support for accounts receivable, the After School Care Program, and other accounting and administrative activities within the Finance Department. The position plays an important role in ensuring accurate financial records, timely processing of transactions, and effective service to school staff, families, and vendors. For a complete job description, please visit our website.

Education and Training

• Completion of post-secondary coursework in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.
• Experience with Sage 300 or comparable accounting software is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

Experience and Skills

• Minimum two years of bookkeeping, accounting, accounts payable, or office administration experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Salary Range: $55 000 - $70 000, dependent on experience and qualifications

Application Deadline: Submit a resume to Ms. Jane Wong, Senior Controller of Vancouver College, care of hroffice@vancouvercollege.ca by June 26, 2026.

Employment Start Date: As soon as possible.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Create your Make a Future profile
2. Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions 
3. Complete and add all required application documents to your profile. (see below)
4. Apply to this job posting

Did you know? If you are currently an education student graduating in 2026, you can upload your documents as you receive them and still apply for this job posting.

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

• BC Teaching Certificate.  Please provide either a letter or screenshot confirming your documents are submitted and your application is processing). Please also add any out of province certifications.
• Criminal Record Check (if you're outside of BC)
• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, Work Permit, etc.)
• Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
• University Transcripts
• Teacher Evaluations or Practicum Reports – (only for recent graduates - within the last 3 years)
• Two Recent Professional Reference Letters (Dated within the last 6 months)