Accounting Officer

ORGANIZATION:
Goh Ballet Academy Canada

DEADLINE:
Until Filled

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
Goh Ballet is seeking an Accounting Officer for its location in Vancouver, BC (Full-Time, On-Site).

Goh Ballet Academy is one of Canada's pre-eminent ballet training institutions, with an enviable international reputation for excellence. Established in 1978, the Academy is now under the direction of Chan Hon Goh, former Principal Dancer of the National Ballet of Canada. People are at the heart of our success. We are passionate about bringing great dance experiences to the widest possible audience; about giving the world’s best creative talent the stage it deserves; and about providing our people and partners with opportunities to realize their full potential.

WEBSITE:
http://gohballet.com

JOB DESCRIPTION:
POSITION OVERVIEW

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia (Full-Time, On-Site)
Salary: $65,000.00 CAD (dependent on experience)

Reporting to the Director, the Accounting Officer holds primary responsibility for the full cycle of accounts receivable and the oversight of day-to-day accounting activities. This role ensures the accurate and timely processing of all billing transactions, including invoicing, receipts, deposits, refunds, and adjustments. A central mandate of the position is the active monitoring of customer accounts, maintaining clear records, and conducting consistent follow-up on outstanding and overdue balances. The Accounting Officer is also responsible for the regular reconciliation of customer subledgers to the general ledger accounts receivable balances, ensuring integrity, accuracy, and transparency of financial records. In addition, the role contributes to continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies, providing informed feedback, and supporting enhancements to billing and receivables processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee banking and process payroll, including all deposits and expenses

• Onboard and set up new employees on payroll systems

• Reconcile bank accounts and company credit cards

• Daily reconciliation of all credit card sales with external processors; follow up and resolve discrepancies

• Manage all accounts receivable and payable, including reconciliation of receipts and expense reimbursements

• Monitor accounts receivable for tuition and academy fees through Jackrabbit Class

• Maintain accounting systems and ensure compliance with the Canadian Tax Act and other applicable financial laws

• Post journal entries and complete account reconciliations

• Process and post payroll for all employees and independent contractors

• Track hours for hourly employees

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date GST, PST, and shop sales records for annual filing

• Produce general ledgers for year-end tax filing

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3+ years of full-cycle bookkeeping experience

• Proficiency with accounting and payroll software such as Sage 50 and Ceridian Dayforce

• Proficiency with administrative software (Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace)

• Experience working with cloud-based storage systems (e.g., Dropbox, Google Drive)

• Understanding of CRA, payroll, and GST/PST regulations

• Experience filing financial reports with WSBC and EHT, T4, ROE, T2202

• Experience with data management, administrative processes, and best practices

• Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines

• Strong multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Previous experience with student and client database systems such as MindBody or Jackrabbit Class is an asset

HOW TO APPLY:
Please send your resume/CV and a cover letter outlining why you are the right person for this role and indicating your salary expectations. Email your application to Support@GohBallet.com with the subject line “Accounting Officer Application.”

All applications will be reviewed and considered. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Goh Ballet is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified individuals who identify as LGBTQ2+, First Nations, Inuit & Métis, people of colour, and people with disabilities. The position will remain open until filled.

REMUNERATION:
$65,000.00 CAD