Finance Assistant

Employment Opportunity

Position:

Finance Assistant

Organization:

City Green Solutions

Location:

Downtown Victoria office, close to public transit, indoor & outdoor bike lock-upCity Green Solutions, a Victoria-based social enterprise that provides residential energy efficiency programs and services, is seeking a motivated and organized Finance Assistant. We are looking for a highly organized and adaptable team player who can support our Finance team. This is a part-time position with opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping using Sage50 accounting and Excel spreadsheets
• Payroll support using ADP/TeamPay and Excel spreadsheets
• Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
• Providing Finance support for programs and services
  

Required Skills Include

• Proficiency in Sage or similar accounting software
• Excellent understanding of MS Excel
• Experience with Payroll and benefits management
• Human Resources experience would be an asset
  

Other Qualifications (Skills, Experience, Personality)

• Personal and professional fit with City Green’s vision and mission
• Strong computer skills are a requirement
• Being flexible and motivated
• Good listening skills and a high tolerance for interruptions and multi-tasking
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Training, diploma or degree in relevant field or combination of relevant experience an asset
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously under minimal supervision
• Ability to work in office and/or remotely
  

Other Information

• Start Date: As soon as the right candidate is available
• Hours of Work: Approximately 15 hours per week to start
• General Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Flexibility can be provided for days/times/hours worked
• Compensation: $26/hour starting compensation
• Location: Downtown Victoria office, close to public transit and indoor and outdoor bike lock-up
• Training: Job training provided, excellent opportunity for mentorship
• Probationary period: The successful candidate will be required to complete a three-month probationary period
• Benefits: Vacation starts at 6% pro-rated, paid special leaves, flexible statutory holidays, discounted bus passes, work from home, flexible schedule
• Work Environment: City Green offers a casual and flexible (but fast paced) work environment and an opportunity to help shape and grow a dynamic organization focused on reducing household energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions
  

Please submit resume and cover letter,

in one PDF document, via email to finance@citygreen.ca prior to Sept 8, 2025.

We sincerely thank all applicants; however, we will only be able to personally contact those selected for an interview. No phone calls or walk-ins please.

City Green invites applications from all qualified individuals. City Green is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. As part of our commitment to racial justice and reconciliation, City Green is actively encouraging Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour candidates to apply for this position. We also encourage applications from candidates who have recently immigrated, and value professional experiences gained outside of Canada. We welcome applications from people with disabilities, and people of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants to self-identify if they wish to do so.City Green acknowledges that we conduct our business on the ancestral and unceded homelands of the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples who have been stewarding these lands, along with the waters and all that is above and below, since time immemorial. The land and water, in turn, cares for all who dwell here. We recognize this ongoing connection between the land and the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees), Xwsepsum (Esquimalt), W̱JOȽEȽP (Tsartlip), BOḰEĆEN (Pauquachin), SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout), W̱SIKEM (Tseycum), Sc’ianew (Beecher Bay), T’Sou-ke, and Pacheedaht, MÁLEXEȽ (Malahat), and Pune’laxutth’ (Penelekut) Nations. City Green acknowledges that we are guests on these lands and as newcomers to the Salish Coast, we are on a journey to reciprocate by working towards reconciling with all our relations here and beyond.
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