Bookkeeper

JOB POSTING 

UNION OF BC PERFORMERS (UBCP/ACTRA)

POSITION:   BOOKKEEPER

Start Date:   As Soon As Possible

Duration of Appointment:Full-Time, Temporary – Maternity / Parental Leave (cover until August, 2027)

SALARY:  $88,747.10 (Start: 10/01/25 – 09/30/26 – pursuant to Appendix A of the UBCP/ACTRA / Unifor 3000 CA.

SUMMARY

The Union of British Columbia Performers (UBCP/ACTRA) is an autonomous branch of the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) the national organization of professional performers working in the English-language recorded media in Canada. ACTRA represents the interest of 28,000 members across Canada.

UBCP/ACTRA is seeking a BOOKKEEPER to join our team.

Working within a collaborative, team environment, the Bookkeeper will provide overall support to the department. Key responsibilities include payroll, processing of account payable, report preparation, financial analyses, reconciliations and assisting with year-end requirements.

The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail, the ability to analyze and problem-solve, be proficient with MS Suite and have at least three years of bookkeeping experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs general daily accounting functions.
• Records and processed all accounts payable for all related Union and Trust accounts.
• Assists in payroll processing for Staff and Executives including all year-end requirements (T4/T4A/NR4).
• Posts, balances, and reconciles general ledger accounts.
• Prepares monthly reports to assist in the preparation of monthly financial statements as requested.
• Assists in the analysis of member financial tracking databases for allocation of income, expenses and member funds.
• Assists in developing and producing reconciliation, analytical and statistical reports as required.
• Assists in the preparation of annual budgets.
• Performs other duties related to accounting functions.
• Attends Membership Meetings, as required.
• Other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Employer.
• Reports to the Employer.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree or post-secondary formal training in finance or accounting or a relevant discipline with a minimum of three (3) years of related experience is preferred. 
• Minimum three (3) years of bookkeeping experience. 
• Must have experience doing full cycle accounting. 
• Must have experience dealing with large volumes of data, downloading, formatting and reconciling. 
• Experience working in a member-based and/or customer service-oriented environment. 
• Film industry knowledge would be considered an asset. 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent organizational skills. 
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Intermediate computer skills using MS Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook), and experience with QuickBooks Online is an asset.
• Sensitivity and judgment in the handling of confidential information. 
• Ability to analyze and problem solve, show initiative, and take ownership of tasks.
• Intermediate understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and modern banking processes.
• Exceptional administrative and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:

• Manager of Finance

Direct Reports:

• None

Engages with:

• Executive Board
• Executive Administrative Director
• Management Team
• UBCP/ACTRA Staff
• UBCP/ACTRA Members
• External Agencies

OTHER

HOURS OF WORK:  5 days per week (35 hours). Regular office hours M-F 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Eligible for Work Life Balance schedule as per Article 21.07 of the UBCP/ACTRA and Unifor Local 3000 Collective Agreement.

SALARY: This position has a current annual salary of $88,747.10 (Start: 10/01/2025 - 09/30/2026 - pursuant to Appendix “A” of the UBCP/ACTRA / Unifor Local 3000 Collective Agreement.

START DATE: As Soon As Possible

DEADLINE: The deadline for receipt of application is no later than 4:30 pm, July 10, 2026.

APPLICATION: Interested candidates should apply by submitting their current cover letter and resume detailing their experience and skills. Please click Apply Now in BambooHR to submit your application.
UBCP/ACTRA and UNIFOR, Local 3000, adhere to the principles of employment equity.