SQDC - Accounts Payable and Payroll Administrator

at  Seabird Island Band

BACKGROUND

Based in Seabird Island, BC, the Sqewqel Development Corporation (SqDC) is the business arm of the Seabird Island Band. Our Board of Directors and a group of owned and operated businesses work together to build a successful corporation aligned with our culture. While we adopt modern business practices, we take great care to honor the ways of our ancestors who continually worked the land and lived in harmony with it for generations. Guided by our community, we weave our culture and traditions into our approach, ensuring our business focus fall-in-line with our Sto:lo values.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accounts Payable/Payroll Administrator role is responsible for multiple financial activities relating to the company biweekly payroll and accounting functions. This role will be responsible for the timely administration of accounts, payable functions, and related reconciliations. Other responsibilities will include payroll support, journal entry preparation, maintaining accurate records regarding payments to suppliers, processing payments from clients and various other accounting functions. Integrity and strong attention to detail are crucial for this role. This includes timely and accurate reporting of accounting and payroll data for all employees.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, management, or a related field is preferred.
• A combination of education and experience will also be considered.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• 3 years’ experience in the accounting field, preferably with accounts payable and payroll related functions.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, and financial management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software and payroll programs and applications is strongly preferred.
• Must have some flexibility of work hours and can potentially put in extra hours during peak times.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proficient computer skills with the Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.)
• Knowledge, respect and understanding of Stó:lō culture, traditions and language or willingness to learn.
• Experience working with First Nations community is considered an asset.
• Valid BC Driver’s License (Class 5).
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CRC)
• Ability to agree as well as adhere to all corporate policies and procedures.
  Reports to: Director or Finance and Administration.