Job Posting: Bookkeeper

Organization: Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association

Location: Quesnel

Position Type: 10-20 hours per month

Compensation: $400 – $500 per month depending on experience

Reports to: Treasurer and Board of Directors

Application Deadline: November 20, 2026

 

 

About the Position

Quesnel And District Hospice Palliative Care Association is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and organized Bookkeeper to manage the

organization’s day-to-day financial records and support its financial reporting and administrative requirements.

Working closely with the Treasurer and Board of Directors, the Bookkeeper will maintain accurate financial records, prepare monthly financial

statements, assist with budgeting, and ensure that required financial reports and regulatory filings are completed in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate will have bookkeeping experience, strong organizational skills, and familiarity with nonprofit accounting, fund

accounting, and the financial requirements of registered charities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Bookkeeping and Financial Reporting

• Record monthly financial transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, credit card transactions, and adjusting journal entries using accounting software.
• Prepare monthly financial statements for presentation at the organization’s Board of Directors meetings.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies as needed.
• Prepare bank deposits and deliver them to the bank.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and up-to-date financial records.
• Maintain schedules for Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GICs) and calculate or track accrued interest.
• Issue charitable donation receipts as

2.  Budgeting and Financial Compliance

• Assist the Treasurer in preparing the organization’s annual operating budget.
• Prepare and submit Goods and Services Tax (GST) returns twice annually, as required.
• Prepare and submit required Workers Compensation Board (WCB) reports online.
• Prepare year-end financial schedules and supporting documentation for the organization’s accountant.
• Assist in maintaining appropriate financial records and practices in accordance with applicable nonprofit and registered charity

3.  Governance and Annual Reporting

• Prepare and submit the organization’s annual report and changes to the Board of Directors through the BC Registries online
• Prepare and submit the annual gaming report, as required.
• Maintain and update the organization’s membership list and Board of Directors list.
• Ensure financial and governance records are organized and accessible for reporting, auditing, and year-end review.

4.  Administrative Support

• Collect the organization’s mail once per week and distribute or process correspondence as appropriate.
• Maintain organized financial files and supporting documentation.
• Provide financial information and administrative support to the Treasurer and Board of Directors as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience in bookkeeping, accounting administration, or a related financial
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks or Sage.
• Knowledge of bank reconciliations, financial statements, journal entries, and year-end
• Knowledge of fund accounting, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Familiarity with the financial reporting and compliance requirements of registered charities in Canada.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• The ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the Treasurer and Board of Directors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working for a nonprofit organization, society, or registered charity.
• Familiarity with BC Societies Act filing requirements and BC Registries online
• Experience with charitable donation receipting and gaming grant
• Experience preparing financial statements and supporting documentation for an external accountant.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is trustworthy, dependable, methodical, and comfortable handling confidential financial information. The ideal candidate takes initiative, maintains accurate

records, communicates potential issues promptly, and understands the importance of financial transparency and accountability in a nonprofit

organization.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a résumé and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant bookkeeping experience and qualifications to:

Email: bkhanes22@gmail.com

Application Deadline: November 20, 2026

 

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.