Career Opportunities

From coast to coast to coast, the Architectural Institute of British Columbia (“AIBC”) is grateful to live, learn and work on the traditional and ancestral territories of the Indigenous Peoples who have been and continue to be the stewards of the land. The AIBC head office is located on xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) nations lands, in Coast Salish Territory.

The AIBC is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our hardworking and motivated Finance department. Reporting to Manager, Finance, this permanent, full-time position will appeal to finance professionals with an interest in professional regulation and an appreciation for working in the public interest.

About Us
The AIBC is a professional regulator with the mandate to regulate the profession of architecture in British Columbia in the interest of the public. The AIBC was established in 1920 by provincial statute, and since 2023, has governed the profession under the authority of the Professional Governance Act. The AIBC provides flexible working arrangements and has adopted a hybrid working environment where most staff split their time between the AIBC offices and working remotely.

About the Role

Working closely with the Manger, Finance, this position will be supporting the organization’s financial operations, with a primary focus on the full Accounts Receivable (A/R) cycle, general accounting, as well as maintaining strong relationships with Registrants, customers, and other AIBC departments. The core responsibilities include:

• Managing the full A/R cycle including invoicing, maintaining recurring billing schedules, and processing daily/weekly/monthly financial transactions;
• Investigating and addressing discrepancies, disputes and outstanding balances as appropriate, in a proactive, timely and professional manner;
• Preparing, reconciling, and analyzing weekly and monthly A/R reports, aging reports, collection forecasts, bad debt analyses; and general ledger and bank statement reconciliations;
• Communicating effectively with Registrants, customers and AIBC departments and maintaining strong working relationships;
• Assisting the Manager, Finance with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes including journal entries, financial reports and account reconciliations; government remittances, financial data and variance analyses; financial audits; and budget as required; and
• Supporting Accounts Payable (A/P) including verifying invoices, obtaining approvals, and preparing payments as required.

About You

We offer opportunities for growth and advancement, and are looking for the right, motivated candidate who is eager to take their career to the next level. If you are passionate about working with people, have impeccable attention to detail, and are looking for an opportunity to grow as part of a collaborative team, this role is for you!

Specifically, we are looking for a professional with:

• A university or associate degree in finance, accounting, business administration or related discipline;
• 3-5 years of related accounting and finance experience;
• Experience working with accounting software (Sage 300 considered an asset);
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., query and pivot tables, data simulations, and macros);
• Developed knowledge of the full accounting cycle and General Ledger (GL) systems;
• Strong solutions-focus, and proactive approach to problem solving;
• Excellent analytical skills, sound judgment, and ability to act with tact when dealing with sensitive or confidential information; and
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills, with the ability to work with, build, and manage productive relationships with diverse individuals and groups.

Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) professional designation; track record of prudent financial management; or previous experience successfully leading accounting and/or finance projects are considered assets.

This position will be offered a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including four weeks paid vacation, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), extended health coverage, membership in the Public Service Pension Plan, and a subsidized transit pass. The starting annual salary range for this position is $69,000 – $86,000. The actual salary offered will be commensurate with education, experience, and internal parity.

How to Apply
If you are interested in joining us, please apply here and provide your cover letter and resume describing why you are a good fit for this position, and how your knowledge and experience will contribute to our success. This position will remain open until filled. Due to a high volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that testing and assessments may be included as part of the later stages in this recruitment process.

To support a work environment that reflects inclusion, innovation, and the diversity of our communities, women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse gender identity or expression, persons with disabilities, and others who may wish to enthusiastically contribute to the work of the AIBC, are encouraged to apply.

Please let us know if you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process.

Collection Notice:

The information in your application is collected under the authority of Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act c.165, s.26, and will be used to process your employment application. If you have questions about the collection and use of this information, please contact the AIBC’s People Operations department by phone at 604.683.8588 or by email at hr@aibc.ca. As a public body under the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act, the AIBC provides security and confidentiality of your personal information.