Welcome to the vibrant heart of British Columbia, where the majestic Thompson River flows amidst stunning landscapes and a community steeped in history and culture. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit! Nestled in the Thompson Valley and surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Interior Plateau, Kamloops boasts a unique blend of urban amenities and outdoor adventure. From its bustling downtown core, alive with eclectic shops and diverse culinary delights, to its vast network of trails, parks, and recreational facilities, Kamloops offers something for everyone. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast seeking thrills on the mountain bike trails of nearby Kamloops Bike Ranch, a history buff exploring the city's rich Indigenous heritage at the Secwépemc Museum and Heritage Park, or a foodie delighting in the farm-to-table cuisine of its local restaurants, Kamloops welcomes you with open arms and boundless opportunities to explore, discover, and connect.
The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:
1. Recognized professional accounting designation (CPA) and membership in a recognized accounting association.
2. Three to five years of relevant experience.
3. Experience with large Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
4. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Excel and Word.
5. Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to maintain effective and harmonious working relationships with staff and external organizations.
8. Strong leadership skills and the ability to deliver customer focused services through high performance teams.
This is an exempt position with a salary of $123,803.55 annually. The City offers a comprehensive health, vision and dental package including generous vacation and an Earned Days Off program. Along with these benefits, take advantage of employee well-being programs that include support for mental well-being and physical health through onsite gyms and a Wellness Works program that focuses on this critical corporate building block.
The City of Kamloops is in the heart of BC’s interior and provides an affordable lifestyle with an opportunity to ‘live and play’ in the same community. This lifestyle is possible because of the community size (short or no commute), the relative affordability (compared to Vancouver, Victoria and Toronto) and the proximity of world-class recreation (Sun Peaks, bike parks, lakes and campsites, recreation facilities, Tournament Capital Centre).
For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position. This is an exempt management position.
Hours & Days of Work:
Monday - Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Hours per Week:
37.5
Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by email hr@kamloops.ca or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.
We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements for each job you apply. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.
