Description
The Catholic Independent Schools of the Kamloops Diocese (CISKD) is seeking an experienced individual to bring a depth of experience and financial acumen to supervise and lead financial operations across the CISKD and its Schools.
The centralized bookkeeper is required to provide comprehensive Accounting direction and support in a professional, courteous and efficient manner while maintaining absolute confidentiality. The system operates six schools under the Authority of the CISKD, employing approximately 200 employees and 100 independent contractors serving the programming needs of approximately 1400 students.
Working with an Administrative team, specific duties include and are not limited to:
Administering and maintaining payroll
Strategically manage the financial network and relationship of the Diocese with local Schools
Assist in and provide overall financial direction to the Superintendent, School Principals, and Pastors
Strategically manage banking relationships within CISKD
Manage all accounting and bookkeeping functions for CISKD
Provide direction and oversight to the budgeting function within the CISKD Office and its Schools
Ensure financial records are kept up to date with latest transactions and changes
Meet regularly with the Superintendent and CISKD Team
Preference to applicants who possess:
5+ years of leadership experience, particularly in finance or operations
Knowledge and experience in payroll (particularly with ADP)
In depth knowledge of financial functions, regulations, and accounting procedures
previous experience in not-for-profit sector considered an asset
demonstrated record of honesty, integrity and confidentiality
Knowledge and competency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, OneDrive, ShareDrive, Teams, etc.), Adobe and other products of office support
Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet tight deadlines
As a Catholic system, the teachings of the catholic faith are integrated into every aspect of the Superintendent’s office and therefore candidates who actively practice their faith are highly valued.
Please provide: cover letter, resume (including contact information of two professional references, one of which should be from the most recent job evaluation report). A Pastoral Reference Form (catholic or non catholic) will be required as well and shall be sent directly from the Pastor to the Office of the Superintendent. Current CISKD personnel as well as applicants external to CISKD are invited to apply.
For further information contact Mr. Christopher Yuen, Superintendent of Schools at 250-376-3351.
Applications should be forwarded to the CISKD Office to the attention of: Superintendent of CISKD, 635A Tranquille Road, Kamloops BC, V2B 3H5,
or emailed to hr@ciskd.ca.
We thank all applicants in advance, however only those shortlisted will be contacted. This position shall remain open until filled.
