Accounting Technician

Internal Posting : This is an internal posting only for the benefit of existing BCGEU members and is posted in accordance with the current collective agreement.

The Regional District of Okanagan‑Similkameen is currently recruiting a regular, full‑time Accounting Technician to join the Financial Services team.

The Accounting Technician position is responsible for providing accounting, budget administrative preparation, purchasing and fleet support.

Responsibilities

• Processes day‑to‑day financial transactions, including journal vouchers and reconciliations.
• Provides financial management reports and spreadsheets to track and monitor budgets, commitments and expenditures.
• Assists the Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO) in coordination and administration of the annual operating and capital budgets.
• Monitors and analyzes revenues and expenditures and investigates budget variances.
• Provides advice and guidance to internal departments on budgetary matters and participates in identifying and recommending improvements in financial processes.
• Plans and conducts financial document processing and communicates budget instructions, policies and procedures within a timeline of critical deadlines.
• Assists the Manager of Procurement with lifecycle purchasing of projects using RDOS software Bonfire.
• Provides guidance on purchasing‑related matters as required and responds to internal and external inquiries.
• Monitors financial information for adherence to financial policies and accounting standards (i.e. RDOS purchasing policy and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Searches, assesses and verifies accuracy of information to resolve problems and ensure timely processing.
• Analyzes fleet maintenance and insurance costs for efficiencies and potential savings.
• Liaises with maintenance contractor to ensure adherence to schedules, polices and budget.
• Prepares and maintains records of vehicle maintenance and fleet expenditures and advises DCFO of potential budget shortfalls and fleet operation cost estimates.
• Monitors fleet utilization, identifies opportunities for cost savings, and optimizes vehicle assignments.
• Recommends technology‑driven improvements to enhance business processes.
• Provides advice, develops and delivers training to departments on financial software usage, financial analysis and / or budget preparation.
• Serves on or supports the emergency response team as required.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

This regular, full‑time position is included in the BCGEU bargaining unit. The hourly wage for this position is $46.20 per hour. In addition, we offer an attractive benefits package. This position is also eligible to participate in the flex day work schedule.

Application Deadline : 4 : 00 pm, Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

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