Job Title: Finance Clerk
Facility: Canadian Mental Health Association
Reports To: Director of Finance
Bargaining Unit: BCGEU
Wage: Grid 10 – $27.24/hr
Status: Full-Time (37.5hrs.week)
JOB SUMMARY
The Finance Clerk provides confidential, accurate, and timely financial and administrative support to the Finance department. This position is responsible for a range of accounting clerical functions including accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and financial record
maintenance.
The position requires a high level of attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities while meeting deadlines
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
• Process accounts payable and/or receivable transactions, including data entry, coding, and verification
• Reconcile vendor accounts, general ledger accounts, and program-related financial records
• Assist with monthly and periodic reconciliations (e.g., bank accounts, credit cards, program funds)
• Support payroll, invoicing, and billing processes as required
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data and supporting documentation
• Maintain confidential and organized financial, employee, vendor, and program records (electronic and hard copy)
• Ensure data integrity within accounting systems and databases
• Support audit preparation through accurate file maintenance and documentation
• Assist in preparing financial reports, summaries, and supporting documentation
• Format reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence using Microsoft 365 tools
• Provide general administrative support to the Finance team
• Complete data entry tasks with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy
• Utilize accounting software (e.g., Business Central or equivalent) to process transactions
• Identify discrepancies and escalate issues to finance leadership as required
• Support continuous improvement of financial processes and workflows
• Work collaboratively with program teams, leadership, and external vendors
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Demonstrate a commitment to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training & Experience
• Certificate or diploma in accounting, bookkeeping, or business administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–3 years of experience in accounting or financial administration
• Experience in non-profit or unionized environments is an asset
Skills & Abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (particularly Excel and Word)
• Working knowledge of accounting systems (e.g., Business Central) preferred
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
CMHA Vernon is committed to building an inclusive workplace and community and seeks candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Please send your resume to [email protected] or apply below