Accountant II

Naturally, Campbell River – Located on Vancouver Island, the City of Campbell River offers a rare combination of a welcoming small-town feel with large-city amenities. We are a 45-minute drive from the winter and summer activities of Mount Washington, and just minutes from more than 100 km of all levels of mountain biking and hiking trails, plus easy access to the ocean, rivers and lakes for sports fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding and whale watching.

The role : Reporting to and taking direction from the Controller, the Accountant II performs a variety of accounting functions within the Finance Department, including budgeting, grant management, financial reporting, debt management and reserve fund accounting. The Accountant II also provides back‑up coverage to the administration of payroll processes and assistance with the City’s property tax and utility fee collections.

What we offer : The rate of pay for this CUPE bargaining unit position is $42.79 per hour, based on a 35‑hour work week. We offer a comprehensive benefits package , which includes 3 weeks paid vacation, extended health and dental coverage, a defined pension plan, life insurance, and short‑term disability coverage. This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements which may include one of the following : compressed work week, earned day off or varied hours. If you are looking for a dynamic working environment where you will be provided opportunities to continue to grow and learn new skills, then this is the right opportunity for you!

Our ideal candidate will have :

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, commerce or related field from an accredited post‑secondary institution OR a recognized professional accounting designation (CPA).
• Minimum three (3) years of professional accounting experience in a relevant field within the last ten (10) years.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in supporting payroll administration in the last five (5) years.

Posting closing date : February 4, 2026

Posting number : 25-089

Please apply using the ‘Apply Now’ link below.

Please Note : We will be contacting applicants who meet our requirements as applications are received, and this posting may close ahead of the official closing date if a successful candidate is identified.

When you apply : You will be asked to upload a cover letter and resume as part of the application process. You may also be asked to answer some screening questions related to the position.

Questions about this position? Email [emailprotected]

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