Financial Accounting Clerk

At Coulson Aviation, we’re proud to provide skilled employment opportunities in Port Alberni while supporting wildfire response operations around the world. From our headquarters on Vancouver Island, our team helps keep communities safe through industry-leading aerial firefighting operations across Canada, the United States, Australia, and Chile.

As our company continues to grow, we are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Accounting Clerk to join our Finance team in Port Alberni, BC. This full-time, onsite position offers the opportunity to develop broad accounting experience while supporting accurate financial reporting across Coulson Group’s multi-entity organization.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• $60,000 - $70,000 salary per year. 
• Company-paid health and dental benefits.
• A 5% employer-matching pension plan.
• Opportunities to develop your accounting knowledge and work toward a CPA designation.
• A collaborative and supportive Finance team.
• Meaningful work supporting aerial firefighting operations worldwide.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Prepare and process customer invoices, ensuring accurate and timely billing across assigned entities.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging, follow up on outstanding balances, and escalate overdue accounts when required.
• Apply cash receipts, reconcile customer accounts, and investigate billing or payment discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and account adjustments to support complete and accurate financial records.
• Maintain and reconcile bank, general ledger, cost, inventory, and other assigned accounts.
• Complete corporate credit card reconciliations and postings through Concur.
• Prepare trial balances, cost-centre reports, and other periodic financial reports.
• Review financial information to identify trends, variances, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support the development and maintenance of effective internal controls relating to cost and inventory management.
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing supporting documentation, schedules, and reports.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounting records.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• A bachelor’s degree, college diploma, or certificate in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a related field is preferred.
• Completed post-secondary coursework in accounting, finance, or economics.
• Current enrolment in, eligibility for, or a willingness to pursue the CPA program.
• An understanding of fundamental accounting principles and financial-recordkeeping practices.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret financial information.
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet recurring deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to investigate discrepancies, identify problems, and follow through to resolution.
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Ready to build your accounting career with Coulson Aviation? Apply today and join a growing Finance team supporting operations around the world.

We support diversity, equity, and a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please notify us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.