Role overview

The Greater Victoria School District provides public educational services to over 20,000 students in the Greater Victoria Area, encompassing six municipalities. To provide this service, the District has a current operating budget of $260 million and employs approximately 3,500 staff; which includes, teachers, principals and vice-principals, support staff, psychologists, speech and language pathologists and exempt managerial staff.

The Accounts Clerk performs a variety of routine and non-routine accounting functions in support of the school administrative team. Responsibilities include accounts payable, accounts receivable, monitoring school budgets, reconciling bank accounts, maintaining accurate financial records and allocating purchasing card expenses. The Accounts Clerk - Schools must be able to perform these and other duties while working in a busy school office environment with constant interruptions; yet still meeting the needs of students, parents and teachers.

The School Meal Assistant delivers the School Meal Program. QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Grade 12 or equivalent
Completion of Financial Accounting 1 and Financial Accounting 2 or equivalent
Two (2) years’ specific financial accounting experience in a large automated financial department
Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets, database management systems and word processing applications
Broad knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Broad knowledge of office procedures, business and communication skills

This 10month position falls within the CUPE 947 Collective Agreement at a pay rate of $33.13 per hour (32hrs) and $29.73 per hour (3hrs) plus a comprehensive benefits package after successful completion of probation. Hours are Monday – Friday 8:00am -3:00pm. Please find the job descriptions here and here.

To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, proof of qualifications and email contact information for three references, to:

Human Resource ServicesGreater Victoria School District #61 by email to supportjobs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date: 4:00 p.m., Wednesday October 21st, 2026

School District 61 thanks all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.