Discover Canada Tours - Join the Team!
Accounting Assistant
Description
Location: Downtown Vancouver (in-person)
Schedule: Office hours
Term: Full-time, Permanent
Compensation: $42,000 - $45,000 (open to negotiation)
Discover Canada Tours specializes in providing the best experiences in Western Canada through continuously developing innovative year-round tours. We focus on adventurers of all ages by committing to provide our guests with unforgettable, authentic travel and sightseeing experiences for the best value. Our objective is to share our love of Canada with the world! Our adventurers are always our top priority and we strive to give each and every adventurer “the time of their lives”.
Founded as a division of Uniglobe Specialty Travel Ltd. in 2005, DCT is a local family owned and operated business located in downtown Vancouver. Over the years we have evolved to accommodate a diverse array of adventurers from all corners of the world. Our portfolio of brands under Discover Canada Tours include: Discover Canada Student Adventures, Destination Snow, West Trek, West Trek Social Club, and most recently Discover Vancouver Tours.
We are looking for a diligent person who brings a commitment for excellence to join our Accounting team.
What we offer:
- Opportunity to join FAM tours and attend networking events across Western Canada
- Discounts on personal travel
- Team events and excursions
- Gym membership
- Working in a small company that is constantly innovating and evolving
- Be part of a diverse and global team with colleagues from around the world
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Work Environment and Typical Schedule
- Full-time, based in-office at Discover Canada Tours’ downtown Vancouver headquarters.
- Typical hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:30 pm or 8:30 am-5:00pm
- Please note there are instances where you could be assigned Saturday or Sunday duties occasionally depending on the operational needs of the company. FAM tours may also take place over the weekend.
Job description:
The Accounting Assistant position is to support the operation of the Accounting department by completing basic day-to-day accounting functions.
As an Accounting Assistant, your core responsibilities include:
- Count the cash collected / verify the credit card payment and ensure that payment for tours collected by the sales team is correct
- Recording cash and credit card payments in the accounting system
- Verify and solve payment discrepancies
- Check the tour guides' sales report after the tour and ensure the accuracy of their collection
- Recording of expenses, checking invoices and preparing payment cheques to suppliers
- Reconciling credit cards
- Prepare a deposit for banking
- Maintain and update accounting spreadsheets
- General filing of receipts and disbursement vouchers
Qualifications:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident preferred; valid work visa with at least 1–2 years accepted).
- Post-secondary credentials or current enrollment in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping, or similar programs.
- Minimum 1 year of work experience in a computerized accounting position.
- Minimum 0.5 year of work experience or course projects/co-op/internship/volunteer work in an accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support role.
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial recordkeeping.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet/database tools.
- Experience using accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) is an asset.
- Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and confidentiality.
Personal Attributes:
- Careful and detail-focused in handling financial records.
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Dependable and trustworthy with confidential information.
- Logical thinker who resolves discrepancies calmly and effectively.
- Collaborative and clear in communication with colleagues.
- Open to learning and committed to continuous improvement.
Our Core Values:
- Live the Adventure!
- Teamwork is Dreamwork!
- Go the Extra Mile!
- Have Fun Doing It!
- Be Good, Do Good!
Ready to Apply?
Send us your resume and a cover letter sharing why you’d make a great fit. If you’re a a detailed-oriented and enthusiastic Accounting aspiring professional who enjoys working with a small and fun team, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Compensation
$42,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year