Accountant – Financial Reporting

Competition Number: 26/192

Posted Date: October 20, 2026

Closing Date: November 3, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Finance

Work schedule: Monday to Friday (35 hour work week) – Continuous Term – up to 24 months

Salary: $56.46 per hour, Pay Grade 16

Number of Vacancies: 1

WORK FROM HOME: The successful candidate may be eligible for participation in a hybrid, work from home arrangement in alignment with the City’s Work from Home Policy.

FLEX: The successful candidate would participate in a modified work week, earning a flex day off each bi-weekly period by working additional time each day.

POSITION FUNCTION:

• Participate in the work of the Accounting Section of the Finance Department.
• Perform month-end and year-end procedures including journal entries, reconciliations and adjustments; prepare year-end working papers, schedules, reports and statistics for the financial statements annual report and provincial reporting.
• Prepare reports and spreadsheets for financial analysis as required by Supervisor.
• Administer the City’s investment program as defined by the City’s investment policy; ensure sufficient cash flows are available for operational requirements.
• Develop, implement and maintain internal audit controls for Finance functions including the Purchasing Card Program; perform internal audits for compliance with Finance policies and procedures.
• Participate in the City’s asset management strategy by maintaining the capital asset schedules, including the capturing and recording of all capital asset transactions.
• Generate and provide reports from the capital asset schedules as required for financial reporting and auditing purposes.
• Respond to enquiries from staff, department clients and outside agencies; provide advice and guidance relating to accounting and financial policies and procedures.
• Represent the department on corporate financial projects and committees as required; participate in departmental ad-hoc projects.
• Participate in the development and implementation of accounting standards, policies, and procedures for all accounting functions.
• Assist in the planning, implementation and improvement of financial systems and processes as required.
• Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE:

Work is performed according to established policies and procedures or is assigned by supervisor. Work is reviewed through discussions with supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical Effort: Touch keying on a calculator. (often) Sit with arms unsupported while keyboarding. (often)
• Mental Effort: Meet accounting and project deadlines. (frequent) Long periods of intense concentration while performing reconciliations and analyses. (often)
• Visual/Auditory Effort: Focus on a variety of source data and computer for short periods. (frequent)
• Work Environment: Office.

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Organize and prioritize work.
• Understand and apply accounting principles and standards related to municipal accounting.
• Advanced level operation of current City of Victoria financial and spreadsheet programs.
• Interpret related policies and regulations.
• Provide technical guidance and advice to user departments.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Deal effectively with the public and outside agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate degree in business or related field. (4 years)
• Professional accounting designation. (2 years)
• 4 years of related experience in computerized accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting and budgeting techniques.
• May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.