Date Posted: September 23, 2025

Position Title: Intermediate Accountant

Location: YMCA Head Office (620 Royal Ave #10, New Westminster, BC V3M 1J2)

Term: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $51,000-$55,500 annually

Reports To: Manager, Finance

Benefits:

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Free YMCA Gym Membership+ Y@Home
• Generous employer-matched pension plan
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts the community
• Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

Nature & Scope

The Finance team at YMCA BC is vital to the organization’s success, ensuring both financial stability and transparency. They manage financial statements, budgets, and reports, working collaboratively with other departments to align financial management with YMCA BC’s strategic goals. By supporting various programs and services across the region, the team plays a crucial role in upholding the YMCA’s commitment to fostering healthy and inclusive communities. Please note that the YMCA BC is a CPA Pre-approved Program Route (PPR) office.

Reporting to the Manager of Finance, the intermediate accountant plays a pivotal role in supporting various departments by fulfilling their financial needs. Responsibilities include preparing month-end adjusting entries and accruals, reconciling accounts, and analyzing financial statements for distinct branches and programs. The role involves conducting variance analysis, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, and partnering with Operations Managers on budgeting and financial planning. The accountant also streamlines procedures, resolves cross-departmental issues, leads audit preparations, and manages general accounting tasks to enhance the finance department’s efficiency. These duties are essential to uphold the financial integrity and transparency of the organization.

Major Responsibilities**-** in this position, you will**:**

• Preparing adjusting entries at month end including sub-ledger entries and accruals
• Performing various account reconciliation
• Analyzing and preparing operational financial statements for branches and programs
• Conducting month-end variance analysis and presentation to the CFO
• Working with Operations Managers in the preparation of yearly budgets and assisting with the financial planning and analysis
• Working with other departments to correct procedures and resolve portfolio issues
• Leads the preparation of year-end audit working papers
• General accounting responsibilities to contribute to the overall workflow of the finance department and the entire Y

Qualification**-you bring:**

• Enrollment in CPA program or equivalent combination of skills and experiences
• Completion of an accounting diploma or degree an asset
• Two to four years experience in accounting environment (not for profit preferred)
• Experience with Sage Intacct preferred
• Advanced Excel skills required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work within a team and independently
• Ability to consistently meet all deadlines
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at bc.ymca.ca.

Application Process**-**ready to make a difference?

We invite you to apply today and find your WHY!

Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)

Application Deadline: Until filled

• Please include any and all relevant certifications in your online application.

You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application.

• If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step.
• If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.

Note: Depending on the role, we may be required to prioritize internal applicants. At YMCA BC, we approach each hiring process individually, recognizing that people bring diverse experiences and strengths. If this opportunity speaks to you, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. Your unique background might be just what we’re looking for. And if this role isn’t the right fit, we hope you’ll continue exploring future opportunities with us that align with your skills and aspirations.

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

Thank you for your interest and application.